Poly(ε-caprolactone) is a semi-crystalline aliphatic polyester synthesized through ring-opening polymerization of ε-caprolactone monomer. It is widely used in biomedical and packaging applications due to its biodegradability, biocompatibility, and processability; engineers select it over conventional plastics when environmental persistence is a concern or when the material must eventually break down in biological environments. Its relatively low melting point and good solubility in organic solvents make it particularly valuable in drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, and degradable medical devices where controlled material lifetime is essential.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | 272.6 | K | — |