STERILE WITH LONG EXPIRATION DATE- The suture is ready to use and can be stored for an extended period if kept in recommended conditions. As medical professionals with years of experience, we know what you need in learning the art of suturing. You do not need extra unnecessary materials that will complicate the learning process. Start with the basics; then, you will come a long way. HANDY- Best for practicing wound closure of all types. The tools are also great for medical/surgical hospital student's clinic rotations; zoology, anatomy, botany subjects; laboratory experiments, or Do it your self-projects. They are highly recommended for practicing medical residents, physician assistants, pathologist's extenders, nurses, EMTs, paramedics, veterinary students, and all students in the allied medical field training for emergency scenarios and clinical practice. MULTIPURPOSE- These tools are medical-grade and rendered from superior materials for demonstration and training use. They are fantastic for medical/surgical hospital student clinic rotations, school anatomy, environmental science class, laboratory activities/experiments, and taxidermy. Suturing wounds will be effortless for any operator. CAUTION--Device for investigational use in laboratory animals or other tests that do not involve human subjects. COMPACT- In addition to the mixed sutures, the 12 unit training set comes with one 5" needle holder, one 5" mosquito forceps, one 4.6" iris scissors, one 4.7" adson toothed forceps, six disposable blades (6pcs: 3 units of number 11 and 3 units of blade number 10), one 5" scalpel knife handle and one luxurious black carrying case. The set will give a head start with comes to mastering your first aid skills. NOT FOR CLINICAL USE. BE THE STANDARD: This 40 pack practice suture assortment kit is considered a perfect surgical accessory for all learners to augment their suturing skills and serve as a top companion for sewing supplies or tools and emergency first aid preparation gears. The pack comprises 28 surgical sutures with seven sizes 0, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0, 5/0, and 6/0. Each with a pre-attached stainless steel reverse cutting needle.Included Components: Scissors, Thread. Brand: Matrix Wizard. Material: Stainless Steel. Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific. : B075PP5PGY. Date First Available: November 4, 2018. Package Dimensions: 7.4 x 4.21 x 2.2 inches; 0.01 Ounces.