This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 653H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where dependable tensile strength and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.

The USP 3-0 size offers firm tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring consistent approximation. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across a wide range of outpatient and hospital surgical environments.

653H is supplied single-armed with one FS-2 reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.

Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.

• Key Features
• • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
• • USP 3-0 suture size
• • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
• • Black colour for enhanced visibility
• • Single-armed FS-2 reverse cutting needle
• • Approx. 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
• • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
• • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
• • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product Code: 653H
• GTIN: 30705031239559
• Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
• Form: Monofilament
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• USP Size: 3-0
• Length: 18 in (45 cm)
• Colour: Black
• Needle Type: FS-2 Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
• Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
• Pledget: No
• Packaging: Box of 36
• Suitable For
• • Skin closure and external wound approximation
• • General soft tissue approximation
• • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
• • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support