Description

Poly(Propylenefumarate) Methylmethacrylate is a specialized polymerizable macromer designed for advanced material synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to form highly cross-linked, biocompatible polymer networks with tailored mechanical properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the biomedical and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise control over material structure and degradation profiles.

Application

• Biomedical Implants and Scaffolds: As a key component in the fabrication of biodegradable bone cements, fixation devices, and tissue engineering scaffolds.
• Injectable Biomaterials: Used in the formulation of in-situ polymerizing systems for minimally invasive surgical procedures and drug delivery depots.
• Dental Composites and Restoratives: Serves as a reactive resin matrix to enhance the strength, wear resistance, and biocompatibility of dental materials.
• Specialty Coatings and Adhesives: Employed in high-performance coatings and bio-adhesives where controlled cross-linking and durability are critical.
• 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing): Acts as a photopolymerizable resin for stereolithography (SLA) or digital light processing (DLP) to create complex, high-resolution biomedical models and devices.
• Hydrogel Synthesis: A precursor for creating hydrogels with specific swelling, mechanical, and degradation characteristics for contact lenses or wound dressings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Poly(Propylenefumarate) Methylmethacrylate
CAS No.	116589-63-0
Molecular Formula	(C10H12O4)n • C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	PPF-MA; Poly(propylene fumarate) methacrylate; PPF Methacrylate; Poly(1,2-propylene fumarate) methyl methacrylate; Macromer MA-PPF; 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid ester with poly(1,2-propylene fumarate); Biodegradable polymer resin; Photocrosslinkable PPF
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Quality Control

Our Poly(Propylenefumarate) Methylmethacrylate is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including GPC, NMR, and titration to confirm molecular weight, composition, and functional group content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a freezer at or below -20°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and prevent premature polymerization or degradation of the methacrylate end groups. Allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous liquid to waxy solid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Number Average Molecular Weight (Mn)	1,000 - 5,000 Da (Customizable)
Methacrylate Functionality	> 95% of chain ends
Residual Solvent	< 0.5% (by GC)
Acid Value	< 5 mg KOH/g
Color (APHA)	< 100

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.