Our portfolio now includes the RESOMER® range of bioresorbable polymers from Evonik, designed for implantable applications. These materials offer excellent biocompatibility, controlled degradation, and tunable properties, making them ideal for medical applications. Through our partnership agreement with Evonik, RESOMER® is available in the Europe region.
Features and benefits of RESOMER®
Materials engineered for the highest standards in implant applications have distinct features:
- Fully bioresorbable and metabolised by the body without the need for removal
- Trusted for their consistent safety and performance across diverse applications, with over 30 years of safe and consistent use
- From off-the-shelf to custom formulations
- Diverse degradation profiles to suit various application needs
- Mechanical properties that can be tuned to specific needs
- Excellent processability and sterilisation stability
RESOMER® comes in a diverse range of biodegradable medical-grade polymers
RESOMER® features a diverse and adaptable range of polymer families and compositions designed to meet the needs of a broad spectrum of medical device applications. The range includes biodegradable polymers based on Lactide, Lactide-PEG, Caprolactone, Dioxanone, Glycolide, and Composite. Each RESOMER® product is engineered with precise mechanical and chemical properties, including strength and elasticity, and offers degradation timelines ranging from just one month to over four years. Making them ideal for applications such as:
- Orthopedic devices
- Interference screws
- Suture anchors
- Fracture plates
- Cardiovascular devices
- Vascular closures
- Vascular stents
- Wound healing devices
- Sutures
- Litigation clips
Let’s find the right solution for you
We are here to support you from concept to production. Involve us early in your development process and benefit from our expertise in medical-grade polymers. We can provide guidance in material selection that is compliant, ensures patient safety, and we can help you optimise your production process. Ready to future-proof your medical device? Reach out to your local IMCD representative to explore your options.
Evonik RESOMER® FAQ
Which processing methods are suitable for this material?
RESOMER® grades are easy to process with standard extrusion, injection moulding, 3D printing and electrospinning technology.
Can RESOMER® products address specific needs for customised implant devices?
Customisation can be achieved in the RESOMER® Select series by tuning on product features like monomers, monomer ratios, polymer architecture, end groups and inherent viscosity. The products are even further customisable with regard to their form, like granules, powders, and filaments.
How are the high-quality standards and the supply security of RESOMER® ensured?
Evonik operates two state-of-the-art GMP-certified production sites in the US and Germany. Both facilities are ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified and fully compliant with IPEC-GMP Good Manufacturing Practices.
A comprehensive inventory is maintained with multiple options for dual sourcing or backup supply. Additionally, a wide array of services, including biocompatibility evaluations, master files, technical dossiers, quality services, and regulatory support as required, can be provided.
