Foster Corporation presents LazerMedTM, a new biocompatible laser marking technology for medical applications such as for tubes or catheter sockets. LazerMedTM uses state-of-the-art laser marking pigments that are added to customized compounds. The pigments offer a versatile platform for contact-free laser printing. The technology is suitable for the vast majority of plastics used in medical applications , including transparent and opaque materials. The result is a durable, legible, clear marking or labelling that does not interfere with the sterilization process. The pigments are temperature and UV resistant and biocompatible according to USP Class VI.