The following method was tested and proven reliable for sterilization and stable adhesion performance. It is tested with ethylene oxide residuals well within U.S. FDA guidelines:
Strips of microporous surgical tape arranged over a suitable release surface, e.g., glass, stainless steel, silicone-treated paper.
Micropore Surgical Paper Tape sealed in appropriate sterilization pouch or wrapper.
EtO sterilized warm cycle 55 degrees C (130-145 degrees F), minimum 1 hour exposure time (50% RH - 600 mg/liter, or equivalent).
Warm cycle aeration (temperature not to exceed 55 degrees C) for a minimum 20-hour cycle before use.
