Alginate medical fibres

Highly absorbent and gelling calcium alginate fibres are manufactured from sodium alginate extracted from seaweed. Calcium alginate is used worldwide in the production of wound dressings where the principle of a moist wound environment encourages more effective healing. We have developed a range of products based on alginate fibre.

Key advantages include:

Meets toxicological standards for medical devices ISO 10993
Manufactured in accordance with ISO 13485
Gels on contact with sodium ions
Capable of undergoing ion exchange with other metal ions

Clinical experience has shown that alginates possess a combination of characteristics which makes them ideal for use as dressings on many types of wet wounds. By combining fluid absorption with gel formation, dressings keep the wound moist but not macerated. This creates the ideal environment in which to promote healing and reduce pain.

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Speciality Fibres and Materials Ltd

PO Box 111, 101 Lockhurst Lane, Coventry CV6 5RS, UNITED KINGDOM

Tel: +44 (0)24 7670 8200

Web: www.sfm-limited.com