{"product_id":"nipro-hypodermic-needle-18g-x-1-5-38mm-thin-wall-drawing-needle-sterile-pink-hub-emis","title":"[100s] NIPRO Hypodermic Needle 18G x 1.5\" (38mm) | Thin Wall Drawing Needle | Sterile | Pink Hub EMIS+","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #0057a8; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"ai-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e The NIPRO Hypodermic Needle 18G x 1.5 inch (38mm) is a sterile, single-use thin-wall stainless steel needle designed for medication aspiration, intramuscular injection, and fluid drawing in clinical settings. The 18-gauge bore (1.20mm outer diameter) with thin-wall construction provides a larger internal lumen than standard-wall needles of the same gauge, enabling faster flow rates for viscous medications and blood products. Manufactured under ISO 13485 and compliant with ISO 7864 for sterile hypodermic needles, each needle features a tri-bevel lancet point for reduced penetration resistance and a colour-coded pink Luer-lock hub per ISO 6009.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNIPRO Hypodermic Needles are manufactured by NIPRO Corporation (Japan), one of the world's largest medical device manufacturers producing over 11 billion needles annually. The 18G x 1.5 inch (38mm) thin-wall variant is engineered for clinical applications requiring high flow rates, including aspiration of viscous medications from vials, reconstitution of lyophilised drugs, drawing blood samples, and intramuscular injection of oil-based preparations. The thin-wall design maximises the internal lumen diameter while maintaining the standard 18-gauge outer diameter (1.20mm), resulting in faster fluid transfer and reduced aspiration time compared to regular-wall needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach needle undergoes automated electro-polishing and silicone coating of the cannula surface to minimise insertion friction and tissue trauma. The tri-bevel lancet point geometry is precision-ground to ensure clean tissue penetration with minimal coring. The pink colour-coded polypropylene hub conforms to ISO 6009 international colour coding standards for needle gauge identification, and features a female Luer-lock fitting compatible with all standard Luer-lock and Luer-slip syringes. Packaged in individual peel-open blister packs, each box contains 100 sterile needles suitable for hospital pharmacy, ward stock, and clinic dispensary use in Singapore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNIPRO Corporation (Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHypodermic Needle, Thin Wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18G (1.20 mm outer diameter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 inches (38 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWall Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin wall (TW) — enlarged internal lumen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTri-bevel lancet point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannula Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel (AISI 304), electro-polished, silicone-coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHub Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolypropylene, pink colour-coded per ISO 6009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHub Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFemale Luer-lock (ISO 594-2 \/ ISO 80369-7 compliant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterile (ethylene oxide sterilised); single use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatex Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 needles per box, individually blister-packed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE marked (EU MDR 2017\/745 Class IIa); FDA 510(k) cleared; ISO 7864 (sterile hypodermic needles); ISO 9626 (stainless steel needle tubing); ISO 13485 Quality Management System; HSA Singapore Class B registered medical device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years from date of manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Indications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAspiration of viscous medications, reconstituted biologics, and oil-based preparations from vials and ampoules where standard-wall needles provide insufficient flow rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntramuscular injection of depot formulations, vaccines, and medications requiring deep tissue delivery via the deltoid, vastus lateralis, or gluteal sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlood specimen collection for laboratory analysis when vacuum tube systems are not available or appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstitution of lyophilised medications requiring rapid solvent transfer through large-bore needle access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluid aspiration in minor clinical procedures including abscess drainage and joint aspiration under physician supervision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedication preparation and drawing-up in pharmacy compounding and ward-level drug preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the advantage of thin-wall over regular-wall construction in 18G needles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin-wall construction maintains the same 1.20mm outer diameter as standard 18G needles while reducing the cannula wall thickness, resulting in a larger internal lumen. This provides approximately 20-30% faster flow rates compared to regular-wall needles of the same gauge, which is clinically significant when aspirating viscous medications, blood products, or reconstituting lyophilised drugs. The external gauge remains identical, so tissue penetration characteristics and patient comfort are equivalent to standard-wall needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the hub colour-coded pink for 18G needles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pink hub colour follows ISO 6009 international standards for hypodermic needle gauge identification. This standardised colour coding system enables rapid visual identification of needle gauge in clinical settings, reducing medication administration errors. Healthcare professionals can immediately confirm the correct gauge selection during medication preparation without reading printed text, which is particularly important in emergency and high-acuity care environments per WHO injection safety guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre NIPRO needles compatible with all standard syringes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The female Luer-lock hub is manufactured to ISO 594-2 and ISO 80369-7 standards, ensuring universal compatibility with all standard Luer-lock syringes. The hub also fits Luer-slip syringes, though Luer-lock connection is recommended for secure attachment during aspiration of viscous fluids where disconnection under pressure is a risk. NIPRO needles are compatible with syringes from all major manufacturers including BD, Terumo, and NIPRO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sterilisation method is used and how long is the shelf life?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNIPRO hypodermic needles are sterilised using ethylene oxide (EO) gas sterilisation, a validated low-temperature method suitable for heat-sensitive medical devices. Each needle is individually sealed in a peel-open blister pack that maintains sterility for 5 years from the date of manufacture when stored in the original packaging at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. The sterilisation process and validation comply with ISO 11135 requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan these needles be purchased by healthcare facilities in Singapore?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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