Schreiner MediPharm, a Germany-based global provider of functional label solutions for the healthcare industry, has introduced a security label for syringes.

Syringe-Closure-Wrap is a multifunctional label for pre-filled syringes that provides clear first-opening indication, enabling the detection of previous use, tampering or counterfeiting attempts.

Prefilled syringes require special security solutions to reliably protect both the active ingredients and the syringe. Syringe-Closure-Wrap features an innovative design, according to the company.

The label wraps around the entire cap and syringe barrel like a kind of second skin. This film wrap is sealed at the top, securing the integrity of the syringe until injection.

Opening the label activates a first-opening indication feature, with special security die-cuts resulting in the label’s partial destruction, allowing users to immediately notice its prior opening, making using the label easy, intuitive, and safe for healthcare staff.

According to the company, Syringe-Closure-Wrap is unique in protecting the integrity of the syringe while offering options for additional protective functions and features.

For example, for even higher product and counterfeiting protection, overt, covert, or digital authentication features can be added. In addition, a radio frequency identification reader (RFID) chip can be integrated for smart applications.

Syringe-Closure-Wrap spacious offers ample room for both customized branding and product information.

In addition, the system also enables numerous optional functionalities to meet product or syringe material-specific needs, such as UV and light protection, migration barrier or other barrier functions. 

Syringe-Closure-Wrap can be applied to syringes in conventional dispensing processes in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The security label is sealed using an ultrasonic welding process without heat, making it suitable even for syringes containing sensitive active ingredients. In addition, the solution is adaptable to a wide range of syringes utilizing either staked-in needles or Luer-Lock.