HOUSTON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ Ascend Performance Materials today announced a new portfolio of medical grade nylon 6,6 resins and engineered materials for the healthcare market under its HiDura brand. HiDura MED products meet ISO 10993-5 and 10993-10 testing criteria and can be used in a variety of healthcare applications, including: Medical durables: Braces, patient support, furniture, mobility aids and other durable equipment. Drug delivery: Filtration equipment and membranes, tubing, fluid connectors and auto injectors. Surgical instruments: Scalpel handles, dental instruments, forceps and clamps Medical equipment: Housings, protective cases, cables, sensors, connectors and wearables. Wound care: Sutures, tapes and zip ties. "Ascend's nylon 6,6 brands are synonymous with unparalleled quality across multiple industry segments," said Dhruv Shah, Ascend's healthcare business manager. "Our HiDura MED portfolio offers the same quality to customers looking fo