PTMC
polymerPTMC (poly(trimethylene carbonate)) is a biodegradable aliphatic polyester commonly synthesized through ring-opening polymerization of trimethylene carbonate monomers. It is valued in the biomedical and pharmaceutical sectors as a flexible, elastomeric polymer that degrades through hydrolysis into non-toxic metabolites, making it suitable for temporary implants and drug delivery systems where material resorption is desirable. Engineers select PTMC over conventional non-degradable polymers when tissue integration and eventual elimination of the device are critical design goals, particularly in soft-tissue applications where mechanical compliance is needed during the healing period.
biodegradable implantstissue engineering scaffoldsdrug delivery systemssurgical sutures and wound closureorthopedic fixation devicesvascular stents
Compliance & Regulations
?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Compressive Strength(σc) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Elongation at Break(εf) | — | - | — | — | |
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | — | K | — | — | |
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm) | — | K | — | — | |
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax) | — | K | — | — |
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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.