Rethinking blue wrap: Opportunities to reduce OR waste

29-Oct-2026

Explore the impact of blue wrap and how reusable solutions can support waste reduction efforts in the OR.

Blue wrap is widely used to maintain the sterility of surgical instruments, but its single-use nature can contribute to operating room waste and associated costs. This white paper explores research around blue wrap reduction, recycling and reusable alternatives, including how the Stryker System 9 Sterile Battery container can support blue wrap reduction efforts.

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Inside this whitepaper, you’ll learn:

  • Why blue wrap waste matters, including its potential environmental and cost impact in the OR.
  • How reduce, recycle and reuse strategies are being explored to address blue wrap waste.
  • What research shows about reusable sterile containers, including findings related to carbon footprint, eco-costs and lifecycle costs compared with blue wrap.
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