Q-Close Nylon is intended for clinical use in procedures where sutures such as Ethilon™, Nurolon™, Monosof™, Dermalon™ are commonly selected. Brand names are mentioned for reference only.Material polymer: Polyamide 6 and Polyamide 6/6 Structure: Monofilament Suture type: Synthetic, Non-absorbable Suture Size: U.S.P. 6-0 to 2 Colour: Black or Blue Tensile strength retention: Prolonged tensile strength retention Mass absorption: While it is not absorbed, progressive hydrolysis of Q-close Nylon in vivo may result in gradual loss of tensile strength over a period of time Sterilisation method: Ethylene oxide Indications: Q-close Nylon is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation and or ligation