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Injection molded medical devices made from a high molecular weight polyethylene

US11981757B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 23, 2020
Grant dateMay 14, 2024
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Expiry dateMar 23, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/7532
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A high molecular weight polyethylene polymer is formulated so that the polymer is capable of being injection molded. The polyethylene polymer has a Viscosity Number of greater than about 400 ml/g and has a melt flow rate of greater than about 0.9 g/10 min. The polyethylene polymer is of high purity and is particularly well suited for producing medical products.

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