Amparo Medical Technologies

Hydrocolloid Adhesives Formulator and Manufacturer

Expanding the Technology and Applications of Hydrocolloid Adhesives

Amparo Medical Formulates and Manufactures Only the Highest Quality Hydrocolloid

  • All raw materials are sourced in the USA and Europe.
  • All hydrocolloids manufacturing is conducted at the Amparo Medical factory in Anaheim, CA, USA.
  • Amparo’s Quality Management System is accredited with BSI ensuring ISO 13485:2016 compliance.
  • Amparo products are compliant with the EU regulations for REACH and RoHS as well as California’s regulations for PROP 65.
  • Amparo Medical Technologies base hydrocolloid formulations are tested for biocompatibility and are compliant with ISO 10993.
  • Amparo Medical’s Testing Lab conducts 100% verification for all products manufactured, certifying specifications are met.

Amparo Hydrocolloids Ideal for a Wide Range of Applications

Amparo Medical was founded by industry experts to develop the next generation of hydrocolloid formulations. For the last 50 years, hydrocolloid was known as the Gold Standard for ostomy and wound care adhesives. Amparo hydrocolloid adhesives are now ideal for a wider range of applications.

  • Medical Device Attachment
  • Advanced Wound Care
  • Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT)
  • Ostomy Products
  • Catheter Securement
  • Cosmetics
  • Acne Treatment

Hydrocolloid Adhesives Formulator and Manufacturer

Amparo Medical Technologies manufactures custom hydrocolloid medical grade adhesives for device attachment, wound care, ostomy, and cosmetics. All raw materials are sourced in the USA and Europe. All manufacturing is conducted at the Amparo Medical factory in Anaheim, CA, USA.

Custom Formulated Medical Grade Hydrocolloid Adhesives

Due to its absorbent and non-skin sensitizing characteristics. Hydrocolloid adhesives have unique performance characteristics allowing them to perform where other adhesives fail. Hydrocolloid formulations can be customized by Amparo Medical to meet your specific hydrocolloid product requirements.

Medical grade Hydrocolloid adhesive is ideal for surgical applications, medical device attachment, wound care, ostomy, and cosmetics. Hydrocolloid is a conformable, gel-like material that provides adhesion to the skin even in problematic areas of the body. Due to the occlusive nature of wound care hydrocolloids, moisture is captured beneath the dressing to promote healing. Hydrocolloid is Non-Skin sensitizing and does not traumatize the skin upon being removed. Most hydrocolloids are waterproof allowing patients to wear the adhesive for several days and allow for normal washing and bathing. The use of hydrocolloid adhesive provides many benefits.

  • Highly absorbent and adheres well to moist skin
  • Long duration wear – up to 2 weeks
  • Forms an occlusive barrier
  • Absorbs high amounts of oils, puss, and other exudate.
  • Facilitates autolytic debridement
  • Conformable
  • Sticks well & removes easily
  • Non-skin sensitizing
  • Can be custom formulated with active ingredients

Active Ingredients

Amparo can mix Active Ingredients into your custom formulation. One of the many benefits of working with us is that we can make your order custom and specific to your application.

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Custom Formulating Hydrocolloid Adhesives Master Rolls

Hydrocolloid adhesives master rolls can be formulated and manufactured to fit your product specifications. Performance, dimensions, active ingredients, and components can be customized for your product.

Hydrocolloid Performance Characteristics

  • Adhesion
  • Absorption
  • Modulus


Master Roll Physical Characteristic Selections

  • Roll Width
  • Thickness
  • Single or Double Sided

Component Selection

  • Film Carrier – Polyurethane or Polyethylene
  • Release Liner – Polyester or Paper


Active Ingredients

  • Amparo can mix active ingredients into your custom formulated hydrocolloid.
  • Hydrocolloid for Acne Patches
  • Hydrocolloids for Pain Patches
  • Hydrocolloid for Drug Delivery
  • Hydrocolloids for Cosmetics

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Why Amparo

Amparo is a manufacturer and formulator of medical grade hydrocolloid adhesives. As a result we can supply standard hydrocolloid formulations for all medical applications or custom formulate hydrocolloid for your unique requirements.
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Short Lead Time

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Low minimum order quantities

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WORLD CLASS TECHNOLOGY

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RESPONSIVE

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Most Frequently Asked Hydrocolloid Adhesives Questions

In many cases Hydrocolloid adhesives succeed where traditional medical adhesives fail. Hydrocolloid sticks well and removes easily, is non-skin sensitizing, and can attach a medical device to the skin for up to 2-weeks. Medical grade hydrocolloid has been the gold standard for over 50 years in wound care and Ostomy.
• Absorbent – Adheres well to moist skin
• Non-Skin sensitizing
• Conformable
• Long duration wear – up to 2 weeks
• Can provide a cushion, or occlusive barrier / seal
• Can be custom formulated to meet your requirements
Hydrocolloid is solvent free, absorbent and hypoallergenic. Absorption prevents irritation by removing dead skin cells, perspiration & oils that would otherwise remain trapped between the skin and adhesive, preventing maceration.

Yes, Hydrocolloid is non-skin sensitizing.

Yes – Hydrocolloid sticks well to the skin and removes easily with high shear, high tensile and low peel. Amparo’s extended wear formulations can attach a medical device for up to 2-weeks.

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