Porcine Small Intestine (Pig Intestine)

SSR supplies porcine small intestine, also known as pig small intestine, for medical device development, regenerative medicine, research, product development, and further-manufacturing programs.

Materials are sourced through SSR’s porcine supply programs and can be prepared, packaged, and delivered to customer specifications. Porcine small intestine can also serve as a starting material for applications involving small intestine submucosa (SIS), extracellular matrix materials, and other tissue-based products.

Common Applications for Porcine Small Intestine

Small intestine submucosa (SIS) and extracellular matrix development
Regenerative medicine and tissue-engineering research
Wound-care product development
Soft tissue repair and reinforcement applications
Cardiovascular research and product development
Medical device research, testing, and manufacturing
Further-manufacturing inputs where porcine intestinal tissue is an appropriate starting material
Custom porcine tissue programs requiring project-specific preparation, packaging, or traceability

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Product Details

Product Standards

Small intestines are collected and trimmed to the required length, then thoroughly washed to remove any ingesta.

Product Uses & Applications

Small intestines are rinsed and supplied to medical device companies, which use the sub-mucosa layer to create material sheets that promote wound healing.
These sheets are commonly used in surgical procedures worldwide.

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 small intestine 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 overnight carrier delivery, freezer truck or LTL, and wet or dry ice depending on project needs.

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Porcine Small Intestine FAQ’s

What is porcine small intestine?

Porcine small intestine is intestinal tissue sourced from pigs and may also be referred to as pig small intestine. It can be used as a biological starting material for research, medical device development, regenerative medicine, and other further-manufacturing applications.

What is porcine small intestine submucosa (SIS)?

Porcine small intestine submucosa, commonly called SIS, is a layer of tissue derived from the pig small intestine. When appropriately processed, SIS can be used to produce extracellular matrix materials that provide a natural structural framework for tissue-related research and product development.

What is porcine small intestine used for?

Porcine small intestine may be used in biomedical research, medical device development, regenerative medicine, wound-care development, soft tissue applications, and other tissue-engineering programs. Small intestine tissue can also serve as the source material for SIS-based products.

Does SSR supply porcine small intestine in bulk?

SSR can support quantities ranging from smaller research needs to larger commercial supply programs. SSR states that it does not have a standard minimum order quantity and can develop supply arrangements based on the material, volume, processing, and customer requirements.

Can SSR customize porcine small intestine for specific applications?

Yes. SSR works with customers to develop specifications for tissue harvesting, preparation, preservation, packaging, and shipping. This allows porcine small intestine materials to be supplied according to the requirements of research, medical device, and commercial development programs.

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