PLGA (Poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid))
Verifiedpolymer· PLGA· Poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)· Lactosorb
PLGA is a synthetic biodegradable copolymer composed of lactic acid and glycalic acid monomers, widely used in medical and pharmaceutical applications where controlled degradation is required. The material is extensively employed in drug delivery systems, surgical implants, and tissue engineering scaffolds because it degrades predictably in physiological environments while maintaining initial structural integrity, making it a preferred alternative to permanent polymers when temporary mechanical support or staged therapeutic release is needed. Its established biocompatibility and FDA approval for medical devices have made it an industry standard in regenerative medicine and minimally invasive therapeutics.
biodegradable drug delivery systemsorthopedic implants and fixation devicestissue engineering scaffoldssutures and wound closurecontraceptive implantscontrolled-release pharmaceuticals
Compliance & Regulations
?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | Pa | — | — |
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Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | — | K | — | — |
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Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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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.