What is a sterilization bag?

Sterilization bags are disposable packaging materials specially designed for medical devices and other items that require sterilization. The following is a detailed introduction to sterilization bags:

Ⅰ. Definition and Use

Sterilization bags are devices that can be used with sterilization equipment (such as autoclaves, ethylene oxide sterilizers, etc.) to ensure that medical devices and other items remain clean and free of contamination during the sterilization process. It is widely used in hospitals, dental clinics, nail salons, tattoo shops, beauty salons, scientific laboratories and other places for packaging and sterilizing medical devices, tools, consumables, etc.

Ⅱ. Structure and Materials

Sterilization bags are usually composed of two layers of materials: one layer is medical dialysis paper resistant to high temperature and high pressure steam, and the other layer is a transparent composite film resistant to high temperature. The two layers of materials are bonded together by adhesive to form a sealed packaging bag. Most sterilization bags are designed with built-in adhesives at the opening to facilitate users to close the bag opening before use.

Ⅲ. Sterilization Principle and Characteristics

1. Sterilization Principle: Sterilization bags use the semi-permeability of the packaging bag, that is, to allow sterilization factors (such as steam, ethylene oxide, etc.) to pass through the packaging bag while preventing bacteria from passing through. In this way, during the sterilization process, the sterilization factor can effectively sterilize the items in the packaging bag.

2. Characteristics: Disposable: Sterilization bags are disposable products and need to be discarded after use to avoid cross infection. High temperature and high pressure resistance: Able to withstand the temperature and pressure during high temperature and high pressure steam sterilization. Transparent and visible: The transparent composite film layer allows users to intuitively see the items in the packaging bag. Sterilization color change indicator: Some sterilization and disinfection bags are printed with a sterilization color change indicator. The color will change before and after sterilization, making it easier for users to judge the sterilization effect.