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Poly(D,L-lactide-co-caprolactone)

DL-lactide 40 mol %

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MDL number:
MFCD00284251
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
24869375
NACRES:
NA.23

form

solid

Quality Level

100

feed ratio

lactide:caprolactone 40:60

composition

DL-lactide, 40 mol %

inherent viscosity

0.7-0.9 dL/g, in chloroform(lit.)

transition temp

Tm (DSC) 31 °C (onset)

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

CC(O)C(O)=O.OCCCCC(O)=O

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Application

Poly(DL-lactide-co-caprolactone) may be used to prepare a composite scaffold, which may be used in the development of a functional cardiac tissue.

Features and Benefits

Biocompatible, biodegradable polymer.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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