Porcine Eyeball (Pig Eye)

SSR supplies porcine eyeballs, also known as pig eyes, for ophthalmic research, educational dissection, surgical training, product development, and other life-science applications.

Materials are sourced through SSR’s porcine supply programs and can be harvested, prepared, packaged, and delivered according to customer specifications. Porcine eyes may be supplied for established research and training needs or custom programs requiring defined harvesting, handling, preservation, packaging, documentation, or traceability.

Common Applications for Porcine Eyeballs

Ophthalmic and vision research
Educational anatomy and dissection
Surgical and procedural training
Corneal tissue research and product development
Medical device research, testing, and validation
Life-science research using porcine ocular tissue
Custom porcine tissue programs requiring project-specific harvesting, preparation, packaging, or traceability

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Product Details

Product Standards

Eyeballs are harvested according to customer specifications to ensure quality and consistency.
Sanitary dressing procedures are strictly followed to minimize the risk of contamination.

Product Uses & Applications

Our eyeballs are utilized in a variety of educational and research settings.

They are also suitable for medical procedures such as cornea transplants, supporting advancements in science and healthcare.

Product Appearance

Product is rinsed and must give every indication of being fresh and free from any off conditions, off-odors, gassiness, wetness or slimy conditions.
All product must be free of extraneous and foreign material and give every indication of being fresh and be free of any off-conditions.
All products are harvested from animals who have passed USDA antemortem and postmortem inspection.
All Products come from plants with robust HACCP, FSQ, and traceability programs.

Storage Solutions

We offer a range of storage and packaging solutions to meet diverse needs. The most common option is frozen packaging in a wax-lined box. Additional options include:

Cardboard combos
Individually packed bags
Coolers or containers
And many more customized solutions

Standard storage temperatures include 0°F (-17.8°C) for frozen products and 40°F (4.4°C) for refrigerated products, ensuring product integrity and freshness.

Storage, Handling & Shipping

Porcine eyeball materials are handled to support freshness, quality, and product integrity. Standard storage temperatures include 0°F (-17.8°C) for frozen products and 40°F (4.4°C) for refrigerated products when a refrigerated program is specified. Packaging options may include wax-lined boxes, cardboard combos, individually packed bags, coolers, containers, and other custom solutions. SSR can support shipping approaches such as day of pickup, overnight carrier delivery, freezer truck or LTL, and wet or dry ice depending on project needs.

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Pig eyes used for research in laboratories

Porcine Eyeball FAQ’s

What are porcine eyeballs?

Porcine eyeballs are eyes harvested from pigs and may also be referred to as pig eyes. Because porcine tissues can be useful models for education, research, and product development, pig eyes are commonly supplied for applications such as anatomy instruction, ophthalmic research, and procedural training.

What are pig eyes commonly used for?

Pig eyes can be used for educational dissection, ophthalmic and vision research, surgical training, corneal tissue studies, and other life-science applications. SSR can work with customers to define harvesting and preparation requirements based on the intended use.

Does SSR supply porcine eyeballs in bulk?

Yes. SSR can support quantities ranging from smaller research or educational needs to larger recurring supply programs. SSR does not have a standard minimum order quantity, and pricing is based on the material and specific customer requirements.

How are porcine eyeballs prepared and stored?

SSR harvests porcine eyeballs according to customer specifications and follows sanitary handling procedures designed to support product quality and consistency. Materials may be supplied frozen or refrigerated, with packaging selected according to the requirements of the project.

Can SSR provide traceability for porcine eyeballs?

Yes. SSR can provide traceability throughout its supply chain back to the animal buying station or farm, along with sourcing and production information when required. SSR’s tissues are sourced from animals that have passed USDA ante-mortem and post-mortem inspection, and its harvest facilities operate under established quality and food-safety programs.

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