Medical Applications

Mitsubishi Chemical America, Inc. offers polyester film products that provide excellent performance characteristics suitable for use in medical applications. Hostaphan® polyester films have excellent attributes and performance for a wide variety of medical and drug packaging end uses.

The physical properties of Hostaphan® polyester film have made it a preferred material for medical applications.
  • Dimensional stability
  • Thermal stability
  • Excellent flatness
  • Solvent resistance
  • Superior handling characteristics
  • Chemical resistance
  • Optimized shrinkage
  • Manufactured in a clean environment
With its flexibility and unique performance attributes, Hostaphan® polyester film has many benefits for the medical market.
  • Matte and Silicone release film
  • In-line silicone adherable primed filmed for silicone adhesive drugs
  • Release liners with low silicone transfer
  • Release film for hydrogel electrodes & advanced wound care
  • Filtration & drug reaction bags
  • Diagnostic test strips
  • Domestic sourcing available
  • Drug Master File/Regulatory support
Market End Use Key Customer Attributes
Protective Face Shields Two-side treated to prevent fogging
Release Liners for transdermal patches and hydrogels Clear and matte, silicone coated, treated for silicone bond
Medical Diagnostics White and clear, treated or untreated
General Medical Clear, matte, and white, treated and untreated