Gamma-stable (radiation-resistant) medical polypropylene grades
Polypropylene generally needs radiation stabilization for gamma sterilization; Formerra's healthcare linecard notes PP for gamma/e-beam "must be stabilized". These PP grades are listed by their suppliers as gamma- or radiation-sterilizable.
Data comes from public supplier literature (cited on each grade page). A blank cell means not stated in the source, not "no". Always confirm with the supplier's current documentation before use.
14 matching grades in MedResin
| Grade | Maker | Family |
|---|---|---|
| 23R2A | INVISTA | PP |
| 13R9A | INVISTA | PP |
| 11R12A | INVISTA | PP |
| P5M6K-080 | INVISTA | PP |
| P9M7R-056 | INVISTA | PP |
| Purell PF511 | LyondellBasell | PP |
| Purell PF531 | LyondellBasell | PP |
| 3740WR | TotalEnergies | PP |
| 3847MR | TotalEnergies | PP |
| 3944MR | TotalEnergies | PP |
| 23R2B | INVISTA | PP |
| 12G50M | INVISTA | PP |
| Bormed HD810MO | Borealis | PP |
| Bormed RF830MO | Borealis | PP |
Sources: Formerra healthcare linecard · LyondellBasell Purell brochure
Common questions
Can standard polypropylene be gamma sterilized?
Unstabilized PP is known to be sensitive to radiation; Formerra notes PP for gamma/e-beam must be stabilized. Choose a grade the supplier lists as radiation-resistant.
How many PP grades list gamma compatibility?
14 PP grades in MedResin are stated as gamma- or radiation-sterilizable by their suppliers.
Grade data last checked 2026-10-16. Blank cells mean not stated by the source. About the data
See also: all sterilization methods · sterilization guide