As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, so too does its responsibility to care for the environment. At MDI Medical, we’re proud to support this shift by offering two innovative, eco-conscious products: the Embra® AmpSnap ampoule breaker and Embra® Nonwoven Swabs. Now available throughout the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, these tools represent a smarter, more sustainable approach to everyday clinical care.

Embra® AmpSnap – Where Precision Meets Sustainability

The Embra® AmpSnap is a single-use, mechanical device that makes opening glass ampoules safer and simpler. But it does more than protect healthcare professionals — it’s designed to protect the planet too. Made from a minimum of 70% biobased plastic, sourced from non-food plants grown on non-arable land, the AmpSnap is certified to ASTM D 6866-22 standards and packaged in FSC® Mix certified cardboard.

Clinically, it offers key safety advantages: it helps prevent sharps injuries by containing glass splinters, features a ribbed inner wall for secure grip, and is dual-ended to accommodate various ampoule sizes (1–10 ml and 15–25 ml). With AmpSnap, healthcare providers gain a practical safety tool that also reduces dependence on fossil-based plastics — a small change that makes a big impact.

Embra® Nonwoven Swabs – Performance with a Purpose

Designed to outperform traditional cotton gauze, Embra® Nonwoven Swabs offer both clinical excellence and a lighter environmental footprint. They’re made with 70% renewable viscose sourced from FSC®-certified forests and require less water and energy to produce than cotton alternatives, helping cut CO₂ emissions and waste across their lifecycle.

Soft, highly absorbent, and effective even when wet, these swabs are ideal for wound care and skin cleaning. They’re also low linting, free from chemical binders or optical brighteners, and available in a variety of sterile and non-sterile sizes to suit different clinical needs. It’s a high-performance product designed with sustainability at its core.

Sustainability Without Compromise

Both the AmpSnap and Nonwoven Swabs are developed following The Embra® Way — a commitment to responsible design, ethical sourcing, and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. From materials to manufacturing, every aspect of these products is focused on reducing environmental impact without sacrificing safety or quality.

Now Available from MDI Medical

Whether you’re aiming to build a greener procurement strategy or simply want to make smarter choices in your clinical practice, the Embra® AmpSnap and Nonwoven Swabs offer practical, sustainable solutions that don’t compromise on performance.

Now available in ROI and NI from MDI Medical.
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