Ethicon surgical steel · Non-absorbable
Stainless steel surgical sutures
Browse Ethicon stainless steel non-absorbable sutures and ligatures across needled, needleless, single-strand, multi-strand and product-specific twisted configurations. Compare wire or USP size, strand format, needle specification, pack quantity and manufacturer catalogue code.
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Use the filters below to narrow the 24-product catalogue.
Metallic non-absorbable
Needled & needleless
Single & multiple strands
Medical & Animal Health labels
Understanding stainless steel suture formats
Surgical stainless steel sutures are metallic non-absorbable products supplied in highly specific wire, strand and needle combinations. Products that share a USP or wire size may still differ substantially, so always match the complete Ethicon catalogue code and supplied specification.
Product groupFormatSelection point
Needled steel suturesSpecified wire or strand with an attached needleMatch wire or USP size, strand length, needle code, point, curvature and pack quantity.
Needleless ligaturesStainless steel strands without an attached needleConfirm USP size, strand length, quantity per presentation and complete catalogue code.
Multi-strand formatsSeveral steel strands supplied within one product presentationCheck the number and individual length of strands rather than relying on total length alone.
Animal Health productsProducts carrying an Animal Health designationConfirm the intended market, catalogue code and current manufacturer labelling before ordering.
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View all non-absorbable sutures →Find the correct steel suture faster
Start with the Ethicon catalogue code from the original pack, theatre list or purchasing specification. Stainless steel products sharing a nominal size can have different strand formats, lengths, needles and pack presentations.
Confirm the strand formatCheck whether the requirement is single strand, multiple strands, twisted or needleless.
Match size, length and needleCheck wire or USP size, strand length, needle code, point, curvature and arm configuration.
Verify the complete codeConfirm the catalogue code, market designation and pack quantity before ordering.
Material familySurgical stainless steel
FormatsSingle, multiple, twisted and needleless examples
ClassificationMetallic non-absorbable; specifications remain product-specific
Stainless steel suture FAQs
Are stainless steel sutures absorbable?
Surgical stainless steel sutures are classified as non-absorbable. Confirm the exact product characteristics using the manufacturer’s current labelling and instructions for use.
Are all stainless steel sutures single-strand?
No. This collection contains products described in single, multiple and product-specific twisted formats. Check the individual title and catalogue code before ordering.
Does the collection include needleless stainless steel?
Yes. Several Ethicon surgical stainless steel ligatures are supplied needleless. Match the USP size, strand length, presentation and full manufacturer code.
How do I select the correct stainless steel suture?
Match the full catalogue code, wire or USP size, strand count and length, needle code and geometry, market designation and pack quantity against the original specification.
Professional-use information: This page supports product identification and purchasing only and is not clinical guidance. Product availability, packaging and specifications can change. Qualified healthcare professionals should confirm suitability and consult the manufacturer’s current labelling and instructions for use.
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Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Ligature – USP 4 – 45cm – Silver – Needleless (NN) – Animal Health – F6718G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 45cm – Silver – CPXX 55mm Reverse Cutting Needle – MEH7216G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 6 – 4 x 18in – Silver – CCS 48mm Conventional Cutting Needle – M654G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 3-0 – 75cm – Silver – X-1 22mm Reverse Cutting Needle – F2706 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 45cm – Silver – CPXX 55mm Reverse Cutting Needle – EH7216G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 4-0 – 18in – Silver – FS-2 19mm Reverse Cutting Needle – 603G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 3-0 – 20in – Silver – CP-1 36mm Reverse Cutting Needle – 497G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 75cm – Silver – CPXX Reverse Cutting Needle – W995 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 75cm – Silver – TR-55 55mm Conventional Cutting Needle – W945 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – Wire Diameter 5 – 75cm – Silver – CPXX – W905 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Twisted Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 3-0 – 75cm – Silver – MH-1 31mm Taper Point – Animal Health – W311 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 75cm – Silver – CPXX 55mm Reverse Cutting Rotating Needle – Animal Health – W902 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 4 – 4 x 18in – Silver – V-40 48mm Tapercut Needle – M651G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 1 – 4 x 18in – Silver – V-37 40mm Tapercut Needle – M660G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 2-0 – 8 x 18in – Silver – CT-1 36mm Taper Point Needle – M682G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – Wire Diameter 5 – 4 x 45cm – Silver – CPXX – M635G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 4 x 18in – Silver – V-40 48mm Tapercut Needle – M650G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 7 – 45cm – Silver – CPX 48mm Reverse Cutting – Animal Health – M624G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 2 x 30in – Silver – CCS-1 60mm Conventional Cutting Needle – M436G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Suture – USP 5 – 4 x 30in – Silver – V-56 60mm Tapercut Needle – M435G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Ligature – USP 2 – 45cm – Silver – Needleless (NN) – F6717G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Ligature – USP 0 – 45cm – Silver – Needleless (NN) – F6715G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Ligature – USP 2-0 – 45cm – Silver – Needleless (NN) – F6714G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon Surgical Stainless Steel Non-Absorbable Ligature – USP 1 – 45cm – Silver – Needleless (NN) – F6716G (Box of 12)
