While PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone) is a high-performance polymer known for its biocompatibility, chemical resistance, and sterilizability, the Ultra-T™ brand of PEEK tubing is not intended or approved for use in medical applications, including human or animal contact.
⚠️ Important Regulatory Clarification
- Natural, unmodified PEEK is recognized by the FDA for certain long-term implantable medical devices.
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Ultra-T™ PEEK tubing is specifically manufactured and quality-controlled for laboratory and analytical applications, such as HPLC and fluid transfer systems. The identification stripes are co-extruded onto the outer surface of the tubing, ensuring they cannot be removed with acetone and do not contaminate the inner flow path.
- It has not undergone the rigorous biocompatibility testing, sterilization validation, or FDA regulatory review required for use in medical devices or clinical environments.
🔍 About Ultra-T™ Tubing
- Superior inner diameter (ID) tolerances compared to other PEEK tubing brands for better HPLC results.
- Made from high-purity PEEK resin, suitable for high-pressure and chemically aggressive environments.
- While some other brands use painted stripes for visual identification that can be removed with acetone or other solvents, Ultra-T™ tubing features co-extruded stripes that are permanently bonded to the outer surface and are completely isolated from the interior flow path.
- Designed for analytical instrumentation, not for implantation, infusion, or diagnostic use in humans or animals.
✅ Summary
| Feature | Ultra-T™ PEEK Tubing |
|---|---|
| FDA-approved for medical use | ❌ No |
| Suitable for lab/HPLC use | ✅ Yes |
| Biocompatibility tested | ❌ Not certified |
| Sterilizable (e.g., EtO, autoclave) | ✅ Yes (natural PEEK only) |
| Markings removable with acetone | ✅ Yes |
If your application involves medical devices, clinical diagnostics, or implantable components, we strongly recommend sourcing PEEK tubing that is specifically certified for medical use and supported by full regulatory documentation.
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