The product specified is an SMI Daclon Nylon Blue 2/0 surgical suture with a DS-24 reverse cutting needle. This is a non-absorbable, monofilament suture used for general soft tissue closing and ligation, particularly for skin closure and plastic surgery.
Key Product Specifications:
Brand: SMI
Material: Daclon Nylon (Polyamide 6 or 6.6), monofilament
Absorbability: Non-absorbable, providing permanent tissue support
Color: Blue
Suture Size: USP 2/0 (EP 3), which is a common size, smaller than 1/0 but larger than 3/0
Length: 75 cm (approximately 30 inches)
Needle Name: DS-24
Needle Details: 24 mm length, 3/8 circle, reverse cutting point
Packaging: Typically sold in a box of 12 sterile, individually sealed foil packs
Features & Benefits:
High Tensile Strength: Provides excellent and permanent tissue support.
Minimal Tissue Reaction: Synthetic monofilament causes little inflammation.
Smooth Passage: The uniform, single-stranded design reduces tissue drag and trauma, and prevents bacterial growth (absence of capillarity).
Easy Handling: Pliable and soft with good handling properties for secure knotting.

