N -isopropylacrylamide

polymer

N-isopropylacrylamide (NIPAM) is a synthetic polymer known for its temperature-responsive behavior, transitioning between hydrophilic and hydrophobic states around body temperature (approximately 32°C). This smart polymer is primarily used in biomedical research and emerging therapeutic applications where controlled release or responsive behavior is advantageous, including drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, and biosensors; its main appeal over conventional polymers is the ability to trigger material property changes without mechanical or chemical intervention, making it valuable in precision medicine contexts and experimental medical devices.

smart drug delivery systemstemperature-responsive coatingstissue engineering scaffoldsbiomedical research applicationsbiosensors and diagnostic devicescontrolled-release implants

Compliance & Regulations

?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Young's Modulus(E)	0.000410	ksi	—

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Safety & Biocompatibility

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.

N -isopropylacrylamide

Mechanical Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Safety & Biocompatibility