Description

Hexanedioic Acid, Polymer With 2-Oxepanone And 2,2'-Oxybis[Ethanol] is a specialized polymeric material, a copolymer of adipic acid, caprolactone, and diethylene glycol, designed to offer a unique balance of properties. This product matters for formulators seeking a versatile polymer backbone with tunable hydrophilicity, biodegradability, and reactivity for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the biomedical, adhesive, and specialty coating industries for creating resorbable implants, controlled-release matrices, and high-performance polymeric networks.

Application

• Biomedical Engineering: As a key component in the synthesis of biodegradable and biocompatible polymers for sutures, drug delivery microspheres, and tissue engineering scaffolds.
• Controlled Release Systems: Serving as a matrix material for the encapsulation and sustained release of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or agrochemicals.
• Specialty Adhesives & Sealants: Functioning as a reactive prepolymer or modifier to enhance flexibility, adhesion, and environmental resistance in high-performance formulations.
• Advanced Coatings: Used in the development of protective, functional, or decorative coatings that require specific degradation profiles or surface properties.
• Polymer Modification: Acting as a macromonomer or cross-linking agent to introduce ester and ether linkages, modifying the thermal and mechanical properties of other polymer systems.
• 3D Printing Resins: Potential use as a biocompatible resin component in stereolithography (SLA) or digital light processing (DLP) for medical device prototyping.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanedioic Acid, Polymer With 2-Oxepanone And 2,2'-Oxybis[Ethanol]
CAS No.	55231-26-0
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O4 · C6H10O2 · C4H10O3)n
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Adipic Acid-Caprolactone-Diethylene Glycol Copolymer; Poly(adipic acid-co-caprolactone-co-diethylene glycol); Adipic Acid / ε-Caprolactone / Diethylene Glycol Copolymer; Poly(AA-co-CL-co-DEG); PACD Copolymer; Biodegradable Aliphatic Copolyester; Polyester Polyol based on Adipic Acid, Caprolactone, and Diethylene Glycol
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Quality Control

Our production of Hexanedioic Acid, Polymer With 2-Oxepanone And 2,2'-Oxybis[Ethanol] adheres to strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistency in molecular weight, composition, and functional group content, meeting the specific requirements of advanced material applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as acid value, hydroxyl value, and residual monomer content are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This polymer may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent moisture uptake, which can affect reactivity and properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous liquid
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	40 - 120 mg KOH/g (Grade dependent)
Molecular Weight (Mn)	1,000 - 10,000 Da (Grade dependent)
Moisture Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Glass Transition Temp (Tg)	-50 to 0 °C (Grade dependent)
Residual Monomer	≤ 1.0 % (by GC)

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