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Why do plasticizers migrate in food contact PVC? An explanation of the characteristics and migration mechanisms of DEHP, ATBC, and TOTM.

2026年09月24日

This article explains the characteristics and migration mechanisms of plasticizers used in food-contact PVC. It outlines the differences between DEHP, ATBC, and TOTM, and the factors that affect migration to food, such as food type, temperature, and contact time. It also introduces considerations for material selection, including DEHP-free PVC and TPE without plasticizers.

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Evaluation and Selection Points for PVC in Food Contact Materials: Explanation of Regulatory Compliance, Plasticizers, and Migration Assessment

2026年09月24日

This article explains the evaluation and selection points for PVC in food contact applications. In addition to compliance with regulations such as the Food Sanitation Act, EU regulations, and FDA, it outlines DEHP-free plasticizers, migration evaluation, and application-specific performance requirements for hoses, tubes, gaskets, and packaging materials.

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Material selection, bonding, sterilization, and drug compatibility of PVC-free IV sets: Technical challenges and evaluation points during development.

2026年09月17日

This document explains material selection and joining techniques for PVC-free IV sets. It covers the design of tubing and drip chambers using medical-grade TPS, TPO, and PP, as well as DEHP regulations, bonding and ultrasonic welding, and evaluation points for drug compatibility.

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How can we make the surface of an olefin resin hydrophilic?

2026年09月04日

Even when a hydrophilic coating is applied to polypropylene, it peels off—this is due to the properties of the resin. We compare five methods, from plasma treatment and UV to material modification, and explain how to achieve the durability required for sliding parts in medical devices.

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Key points for material selection in non-PVC infusion bags

2026年09月02日

This article explains key points for material selection in non-PVC infusion bags. It outlines the challenges of PVC, such as DEHP elution and drug adsorption, and compares the properties of alternative resins such as PE, PP, COP/COC, EVA, and EVOH/PA. It also introduces polyolefin-based materials and Mitsubishi Chemical's Zelas™ series solutions for infusion bags.

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Why do plasticizers migrate in food contact PVC? An explanation of the characteristics and migration mechanisms of DEHP, ATBC, and TOTM.

Evaluation and Selection Points for PVC in Food Contact Materials: Explanation of Regulatory Compliance, Plasticizers, and Migration Assessment

Material selection, bonding, sterilization, and drug compatibility of PVC-free IV sets: Technical challenges and evaluation points during development.

How can we make the surface of an olefin resin hydrophilic?

Key points for material selection in non-PVC infusion bags

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