This radiopaque compound, based on TPEE (thermoplastic polyester elastomer), offers excellent X-ray opacity while maintaining superior flexibility and elasticity.

With barium sulfate content up to 45%, it ensures smooth dispersion and excellent processability. The extruded products exhibit a high-quality, smooth surface finish, making this material ideal for various medical applications, such as catheter components and radiopaque tubing.

Radiopaque TPEE Compound

Applications

  • Radiopaque medical components such as catheters and drainage tubes

  • Radiopaque layer in interventional catheters

  • Co-extrusion with other thermoplastic elastomers to enhance overall radiopacity.

Features

  • Barium sulfate content can range from 8% to 45% to achieve excellent radiopacity

  • Good processability for extrusion and injection molding

  • No agglomeration; contrast agent is evenly dispersed

  • Smooth surface finish, suitable for medical devices with high appearance standards

  • Combines flexibility with mechanical strength