Quick Answer: Needle, Disposable, 21G, Sterile is a disposable stainless steel needle, size 21G x 1 1/2 inch (0.8 x 40 mm), sterilised by ethylene oxide, with a medical grade plastic base and protective cap.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Stainless steel needle; medical grade plastic base and protective cap
External diameter given in gauge and millimetres, length in inch and millimetres
Colour code visible at the base of the needle
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Needle
Stainless steel
Base and protective cap
Medical grade plastic
Size
21G x 1 1/2 inch (0.8 x 40 mm)
Sterility
Sterile, ethylene oxide sterilisation
Use
Disposable
Colour code
Visible at the base of the needle
About This Product
This disposable needle is supplied sterile after ethylene oxide sterilisation, and its stainless steel needle is mounted on a medical grade plastic base with a protective cap. Within Injection, it is the 21G x 1 1/2 inch size, equal to 0.8 x 40 mm, with its colour code visible at the base.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What size is this needle in millimetres? 21G x 1 1/2 inch corresponds to 0.8 x 40 mm.
Q2. How is the needle sterilised? By ethylene oxide sterilisation.
