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531162

Sigma-Aldrich

Poly(D,L-lactide)

inherent viscosity 0.55-0.75 dL/g (lit.)

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
(C3H4O2)n
CAS Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23

mol wt

average Mw 75,000-120,000

degradation timeframe

12-16 months

inherent viscosity

0.55-0.75 dL/g(lit.)

mp

262 °C (lit.)

transition temp

Tg 32.9 °C

storage temp.

−20°C

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Physical properties

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

Regulatory Listings

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JAN Code

531162-VAR:
531162-1G:
531162-5G:
531162-BULK:


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