Ethicon ETHILON Undyed Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture 691G

This ETHILON™ Clear (Undyed) Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 691G, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where minimal visibility and refined handling are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides exceptionally smooth tissue passage, low tissue reactivity and dependable long-term tensile strength.

The USP 4-0 size delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring accurate wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across outpatient and hospital surgical environments.

691G is supplied single-armed with one P-3 Prime cutting needle measuring approximately 13 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The cutting needle configuration enables precise penetration through skin and firm tissue, while Prime needle technology supports sustained sharpness and consistent procedural performance.

Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and specialist surgical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.

• Key Features
• • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
• • USP 4-0 suture size
• • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
• • Clear / undyed for reduced visual contrast
• • Single-armed P-3 Prime cutting needle
• • Approx. 13 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
• • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
• • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
• • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product Code: 691G
• GTIN: 30705031008438
• Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
• Form: Monofilament
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• USP Size: 4-0
• Length: 18 in (45 cm)
• Colour: Clear / Undyed
• Needle Type: P-3 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
• Needle Length: Approx. 13 mm
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
• Pledget: No
• Packaging: Box of 12
• Suitable For
• • Skin closure and superficial wound approximation
• • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
• • General soft tissue approximation
• • Procedures requiring minimal suture visibility