Knowledge Base

Key Takeaways Pharmaceutical blister packaging is the dominant primary packaging format for solid oral dosage forms, protecting drugs from moisture, oxygen, and light while enabling unit-dose dispensing. Two primary formation types exist: thermoformed (PVC-based) and cold-formed aluminium (Alu-Alu) — selected...

Key Takeaways Blister packaging for medical devices falls into two main categories: thermoformed rigid blisters and cold-form foil blisters, each suited to different device types and sterilization methods. ISO 11607-1 governs material requirements for sterile blister systems; ISO 11607-2 covers...

Key Takeaways Medical packaging materials must satisfy biocompatibility, microbial barrier, sterilization compatibility, and physical performance requirements under ISO 11607-1. No single material meets all application needs — selection requires balancing sterilization method, moisture sensitivity, transparency, cost, and sustainability requirements. Tyvek...

Key Takeaways DuPont Tyvek is a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) nonwoven material that is the dominant substrate for porous medical device packaging worldwide. Three primary Tyvek grades serve medical packaging applications: Tyvek 1073B (high strength), Tyvek 1059B (medium strength), and Tyvek...