Ethicon Ethilon 0, 40mm Reverse Cut 1m Suture Box 12 Raw Material: • Long chain aliphatic polymers nylon 6 or nylon 6,6 Tensile strength retention in vivo: • Progressive hydrolysis may result in gradual loss of tensile strength over time. Gradual encapsulation by fibrous connective tissue at a rate of 15-20% per year. Absorption Rate: • General soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in cardio, ophthalmic and neuro procedures. Non-absorbable.