COC/COP material

High-clarity COC/COP pre-filled syringe—glass-like transparency, shatter-resistant, BPA-free, and ideal for biologics, vaccines, and sensitive drugs across global clinical, home-care, and mass-vaccination settings.

Our advanced pre-filled syringe made from medical-grade cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) or cyclic olefin polymer (COP) redefines safety, performance, and sustainability in injectable drug delivery. Combining the chemical inertness of glass with the durability of high-performance polymers, it excels across five strategic pillars: material excellence, user-centric design, long-term stability, rigorous quality control, and broad market adaptability.

Material Safety & Global Compliance:
COC/COP offers glass-comparable chemical stability—ensuring zero interaction with biologics, mRNA vaccines, hormones, monoclonal antibodies, and lipid-based formulations. Certified to ISO 10993, USP Class VI, EP, and JP standards, and bearing CE, FDA, and GMP approvals, it enables frictionless global market access. Free from BPA, phthalates, and heavy metals, with ultra-low extractables, it meets stringent requirements for pediatric and high-sensitivity therapeutics. Its excellent biocompatibility is confirmed by cytotoxicity ≤ Grade 1 and passing sensitization/irritation tests. The material withstands γ-irradiation, e-beam, and 121°C steam sterilization, offering flexibility for diverse pharmaceutical manufacturing workflows.

Performance & Clinical Usability:
With ≥93% light transmittance, it delivers near-glass clarity for reliable visual inspection of solution integrity. Unlike glass, it remains ductile down to –60°C, making it ideal for ultra-cold chain logistics (e.g., mRNA vaccines). It boasts 5× higher impact resistance than glass, virtually eliminating breakage during shipping or handling. At just one-third the weight of glass, it significantly reduces freight costs and carbon footprint. The smooth inner surface ensures protein adsorption <0.05%, maximizing drug recovery. Uniform plunger glide force (≤10 N) enables precise, fatigue-free dosing. Thin-wall injection molding achieves ±1% fill accuracy, supporting volumes from 0.5 mL to 5 mL.

Sealing Integrity & Shelf-Life Stability:
Optimized compatibility with medical-grade bromobutyl rubber plungers ensures leak-proof sealing, enabling a 24–36 month shelf life. Oxygen transmission rate is <0.01 cc/(pkg·day·atm), protecting oxidation-prone molecules. Resistant to moisture and UV, it requires no special storage conditions—stable under ambient cool/dry environments. No aging-related embrittlement or discoloration occurs over time, ensuring consistent performance throughout expiry.

Manufacturing Excellence & Traceability:
Produced via precision injection molding in an ISO Class 7 (10,000) cleanroom, with microbial load ≤5 CFU/unit. Needle-barrel integration achieves ≥50 N bond strength, eliminating detachment risk. Every batch undergoes 10 critical QC tests—including leak, seal, clarity, and glide force—with 100% pass rate. Needles are precision-polished and passivated for minimal tissue trauma. Optional high-durability hot-stamped graduations remain legible over time. Full digital traceability links each unit to batch, production date, and full QC documentation.

Market Versatility & Competitive Edge:
Ideal for vaccines, insulin, growth hormone, mAbs, dermal fillers, and antibiotics. Serves hospitals, clinics, aesthetic centers, CMOs, labs, and self-injection patients. Its shatterproof nature makes it superior for mass vaccination campaigns, field medicine, and air freight. Fully customizable in volume (0.5–5 mL), needle gauge (25G–30G), and length (½”–1″), it addresses niche clinical needs. Branding options (logo, drug name, expiry, batch) enhance recognition and premium positioning. As a recyclable—and in select grades, partially degradable—material, it aligns with ESG goals and green procurement policies in Europe and North America, strengthening brand reputation in sustainability-conscious markets.

CategorySpecification / Feature
Barrel MaterialMedical-grade Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC) / Cyclic Olefin Polymer (COP)
Available Fill Volumes0.5 mL – 5.0 mL (customizable)
Transparency (Light Transmittance)≥93% (glass-like clarity)
Compliance StandardsISO 10993, USP Class VI, EP, JP
CertificationsCE Marked, FDA-registered, GMP-compliant
Harmful SubstancesBPA-free, phthalate-free, heavy metal-free; low extractables
BiocompatibilityCytotoxicity ≤ Grade 1; passes sensitization & irritation tests
Protein Adsorption Rate< 0.05%
Sterilization CompatibilityGamma irradiation, e-beam, steam sterilization (121°C)
Operating Temperature Range–60°C to +120°C
Impact Resistance>5× that of glass; shatterproof
Weight~1/3 the weight of equivalent glass syringe
Plunger Glide Force≤10 N (uniform)
Fill Accuracy±1%
Sealing SystemCompatible with medical-grade bromobutyl rubber plunger
Shelf Life24–36 months
Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR)<0.01 cc/(pkg·day·atm)
Moisture & UV ResistanceExcellent; no special storage required
Aging StabilityNo embrittlement, yellowing, or performance loss over shelf life
Needle Options25G–30G; lengths: ½” (12.7 mm) to 1″ (25.4 mm)
Needle TreatmentPrecision-polished & passivated; low tissue trauma
Graduation (Optional)High-durability hot-stamped scale; fade-resistant
Needle-Barrel Bond Strength≥50 N
Cleanroom ClassISO Class 7 (10,000)
Microbial Limit≤5 CFU per unit
Quality Control Tests10-point inspection: leak, seal, clarity, glide force, sterility, etc.
TraceabilityFull digital traceability (batch, production date, QC report)
ApplicationsVaccines, insulin, mAbs, growth hormone, dermal fillers, antibiotics, lab reagents
Use EnvironmentsHospitals, clinics, vaccination sites, aesthetic studios, home care, CMOs, laboratories
CustomizationVolume, needle spec, branding (logo, drug name, expiry, batch, barcode)
SustainabilityRecyclable; select grades partially biodegradable; supports ESG & green procurement

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