US-based H.B. Fuller, one of the world’s leading adhesives suppliers, has announced the launch of Swift®melt 1515-I, its first bio-compatible product compliant in IMEA – India, Middle East, and Africa. The product is for medical tape applications to be used in stick-to-skin under unique climatic conditions, such as the high temperatures and humidity in India.

Swift®melt 1515-I delivers effective high tack, secure and quick bonding, under high temperature and with shear resistance. The product, which shows excellent performance, balancing adhesion and ease of removal, was thoroughly tested and certified by ISO 10993-5 for cytotoxicity. Since it is not toxic to human cells, the adhesive can effectively be used in medical applications in hospitals and home care in stick-to-skin situations.

The population pressure, the growing prevalence of diseases and the inherent increasing number of geriatric population, surgeries, chronic and traumatic wounds make the global medical tapes and bandages market one that is significantly rising. This segment is expected to reach $8.59 billion by 2026 globally, $850.1 million of which in India, as reported on the “Medical Tapes and Bandages Market – Global Forecast 2026” by MarketsandMarkets.