DEHP-Free Primary IV Sets – Safer Tubing for Sensitive Patients
DEHP-free primary IV sets are designed for facilities that want to minimize exposure to plasticizers while maintaining reliable infusion performance. Using non-DEHP, non-PVC tubing helps reduce potential leaching of phthalates, which is especially important for neonates, pediatric patients, pregnant patients, and long-term infusions.
This category includes gravity and pump-compatible primary IV sets in microdrip and macrodrip configurations. Clinicians can standardize on DEHP-free tubing for everyday IV therapy, contrast and imaging protocols, and critical infusions without sacrificing flow accuracy or usability.
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What You Can Order in This Category
- DEHP-Free Gravity Primary Sets — Standard and high-flow primary tubing for routine hydration, maintenance fluids, and antibiotics, manufactured with DEHP-free materials.
- DEHP-Free Pump-Compatible Primary Sets — Tubing calibrated for common infusion pumps, combining accurate delivery with DEHP-free construction.
- Microdrip DEHP-Free Primary IV Sets — 60 drops/mL sets for precise dosing in pediatrics, ICU, and high-alert medication protocols.
- Macrodrip DEHP-Free Primary IV Sets — 10–20 drops/mL tubing for general med-surg infusions and rapid volume replacement.
- Primary Sets with Needle-Free Ports — DEHP-free tubing featuring needleless access ports to support closed-system practices and reduce needlestick risk.
Key Technical Features
Materials & Safety
- DEHP-free tubing to reduce phthalate exposure and support safer long-term infusion therapy.
- Non-PVC and latex-free options available for patients with chemical sensitivities or allergies.
- Gamma- or EtO-sterilized, single-use sets designed to support infection-prevention standards.
Drip Rates & Flow Styles
- Microdrip (60 gtt/mL) for narrow therapeutic windows and titrated medication delivery.
- Macrodrip (10–20 gtt/mL) for standard hydration and higher-flow clinical needs.
- Available with backcheck valves when secondary (piggyback) therapy is required.
Lengths & Connection Options
- Common primary lengths ranging from approximately 80 inches to 130 inches or longer for flexibility in ICU, OR, and general care environments.
- Standard rotating luer lock connectors compatible with most IV catheters and extension sets.
- Multiple Y-sites or needle-free ports to support medication additions, flushes, and closed-system workflows.
Where DEHP-Free Primary Sets Are Used
- NICU and PICU — High-sensitivity patient populations where DEHP reduction is a priority.
- Oncology and infusion centers — Biologics, chemotherapy, and long-duration infusion therapies.
- Maternity and pediatrics — Infants, children, and pregnant patients requiring enhanced safety considerations.
- Renal, cardiac, and chronic care units — Frequent and long-term infusion therapy.
- Facilities with system-wide DEHP-reduction initiatives — Standardized tubing choices aligned with safety, sustainability, and compliance goals.
DEHP-Free Primary IV Sets – Types and Applications
| Type of DEHP-Free Primary Set | Primary Use | Drip Rate | Key Benefits |
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| DEHP-Free Gravity Primary Set | General med-surg IV therapy | 10–20 gtt/mL | Everyday infusions with reduced plasticizer exposure |
| DEHP-Free Pump Primary Set | Infusion pumps and critical medications | 10–60 gtt/mL equivalent | Accurate delivery combined with DEHP-free materials |
| Microdrip DEHP-Free Primary Set | Pediatrics, NICU, titrated drips | 60 gtt/mL | Low-volume, precise dosing |
| Primary Set with Needle-Free Ports | Closed-system protocols | 10–60 gtt/mL | Needleless access with fewer line disconnections |
| Extra-Long DEHP-Free Primary Set | ICU and OR layouts, remote equipment | 10–60 gtt/mL | Extended reach using safer tubing materials |
