The SMI Daclon Nylon Blue 4/0 DS 19 is a non-absorbable, monofilament surgical suture made of polyamide (nylon), commonly used for general soft tissue approximation and skin closure.

Product Specifications:

Material/Composition: Extrusion of polyamide 6.0 or 6.6 (Nylon).

Absorbability: Non-absorbable; it is gradually encapsulated by connective tissue, with thread mass diminishing by approximately 10% per year through hydrolysis.

Structure: Monofilament with a microscopic uniform diameter, which allows for a soft passage through tissues without a sawing effect or tissue drag.

Color: Blue.

Suture Size: USP 4/0 (metric 1.5).

Length: 75 cm (sometimes listed as 18 inches).

Needle Name/Code: DS 19.

Needle Length: 19 mm.

Needle Type: 3/8 circle, reverse cutting.

Key Properties: High tensile strength for permanent tissue support, minimal tissue reaction, and good handling properties for easy knotting.

Packaging: Typically sold in boxes containing 12 individually hermetically sealed, sterile sutures