The Global Sterilization indicator tape Market, also known as autoclave tape or sterilization tape, is a type of adhesive tape used in medical, laboratory, and other sterilization processes to indicate whether an item has been subjected to a sterilization cycle. The tape is typically affixed to the outer surface of packages, pouches, or containers containing medical instruments, equipment, or other items that need to be sterilized before use.
Key Players:
- STERIS plc. (U.S.)
- 3M (U.S.)
- Healthmark Industries Company, Inc. (U.S.)
- ASP (U.S.)
- GKE GmbH (Germany)
- Terragene (Argentina)
- Getinge AB (Sweden)
- Propper Manufacturing Co., Inc. (U.S.)
- PMS (Turkey)
- Kartell S.p.A (Italy)
- Deltalab (Spain)
- Defend by Young Mydent LLC (U.S.)
- SHINVA MEDICAL INSTRUMENT Co., LTD. (China)
- Guangdong New EraNew Material Technology Co., Ltd. (China)
- Excelsior Scientific (U.K.)
- 4A Medical (Turkey)
- BRAND GMBH + CO KG (Germany)
The primary purpose of sterilization indicator tape is to visually verify that the sterilization process has occurred, ensuring that the contents of the package are safe for use and free from potentially harmful microorganisms. The tape includes chemical indicators that change color or exhibit other visible changes when exposed to specific sterilization conditions, such as heat, steam, or chemical agents. These changes are irreversible and provide evidence that the sterilization process has reached the appropriate parameters.
Different types of sterilization tapes are available, each designed for a specific sterilization method, such as steam (autoclave), ethylene oxide (ETO), or hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilization. It is essential to use the appropriate tape for the specific sterilization method employed to ensure accurate and reliable results.
However, it is important to note that sterilization indicator tape is an external indicator only and should not be solely relied upon to determine the effectiveness of the sterilization process. It is used in conjunction with other process indicators, biological indicators, and regular quality control measures to ensure proper sterilization and maintain aseptic conditions in medical and laboratory settings.
