There are many ultrasound gel brands, especially in recent years, with many new brands emerging in the market. For new distributors who entered the industry within the past two years, it may be challenging to choose the right brand and be unsure which one to select. Opting for a brand with a good reputation in the industry would be a more reliable choice, as it reduces the worry of being replaced.
Currently, there are three types of medical ultrasound gels: regular medical ultrasound gel, medical disinfection ultrasound gel, and sterile catheter medical ultrasound gel. Due to high qualification application thresholds and time-consuming processes, new brands usually only offer the regular medical ultrasound gel type, which has no chargeable items and limited profit margins. Additionally, it is non-sterile and non-disinfectant, leading to a higher risk of cross-infection, complaints, and replacements due to operational risks.
In contrast, medical disinfection ultrasound gel not only serves as a coupling agent but also excels in disinfection. While most new brands achieve only 80%~90% sterilization rates, which are relatively low and still carry a risk of infection, reputable old brands can achieve sterilization rates of 99.99% or even 99.999%.
The third type, sterile catheter medical ultrasound gel, is currently produced by only a few old brands in China. The concept of sterile catheter ultrasound gel was formally established and implemented in January 2018. The production qualification application alone takes over two years, and with research and development time, the earliest production and sales are possible in 2021. Therefore, only established brands can prepare in advance and rapidly engage in research and production.
Ultrasound gel is a medical consumable product used in clinical applications. The experiences of medical staff and patients hold the most weight when it comes to selecting a brand. Opting for a reputable old brand has the advantage of accumulated clinical experience in hundreds of hospitals in China over many years, and the experiences have been widely recognized. Typically, their reputation is excellent. Old brands also benefit from optimized production processes developed over many years, resulting in lower production costs, higher production capacity, and better product quality. Hence, old brands are more reliable compared to new brands.
Pingchuang Medical has been manufacturing ultrasound gel for 11 years, and it has gained a solid reputation and excellent reviews in the industry. Last year, due to product upgrades, it officially renamed Anchuanganbije® to Pingzhichuang® and received recognition from various distributor partners. As a well-established manufacturer, Pingchuang Medical is a trustworthy choice.
