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3arm-poly(lactide-co-glycolide)

average Mn 38,000-60,000, lactide:glycolide 55:45

Synonym(s):

4 arm PLGA, 4 arm-PLGA, 4arm-PLGA

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Linear Formula:
C6H11O3((((C3H4O2)x(C2H2O2)y)m)H)3
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
NACRES:
NA.23

form

powder or chunks

feed ratio

lactide:glycolide 55:45

mol wt

average Mn 38,000-60,000

color

white to tan

storage temp.

−20°C

Application

Biocompatible and biodegradable polymer. Can be used in the formation of nanoparticles for drug delivery. The multi-arm molecular structure might promote high drug loading, superior colloidal stability, as well as long circulation time.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable


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