The fundamental requirement is the "biocompatibility" of the materials in contact with the human body.
The main characteristics of the articles made for medical uses are, for silicone compounds, the absence of organic additives; high transparency and high resistance to tearing.
Furthermore, the absence of vulcanization residues and by-products is fundamental. Resistance to autoclave and EtO sterilization cycles is also required.
Manufacturable products
Silicone compounds for medical tubes, catheters
Silicone compounds for dental, surgical devices, respiratory masks
Silicone compounds for dialysis O-rings, caps, valves
X-ray detectable silicone compounds
Silicone compounds for neonatal applications: pacifiers, toys, bottles