BP10979 OH-PDLA-OH, Medium Molecular Weight Grades, IV: 1–3 dl/g, Mw: 90–480 kDa

OH-PDLA-OH, Medium Molecular Weight Grades, IV: 1–3 dl/g, Mw: 90–480 kDa Description

OH-PDLA-OH (Medium Mw Grade) is a symmetrical, dihydroxy-terminated poly(D-lactic acid) with a molecular weight range of 90–480 kDa and intrinsic viscosity between 1–3 dl/g. Its medium chain length provides a balance of mechanical strength, processability, and controllable degradation. The dual hydroxyl end groups offer a highly reactive platform for chemical modification, chain extension, and network formation, while the D-configured backbone enables significant stereocomplexation. This combination makes it a versatile telechelic building block for engineering durable, high-performance, and biodegradable materials.

OH-PDLA-OH, Medium Molecular Weight Grades, IV: 1–3 dl/g, Mw: 90–480 kDa Applications

1.         Polymer Synthesis & Advanced Networks
   - Telechelic Building Block for High-Performance Polymers: Used to synthesise well-defined, strong biodegradable polyurethanes, polyesters, and cross-linked networks via reaction with diisocyanates, diacids, or anhydrides.
   - Stereocomplex-Enhanced Material Precursor: Serves as a key diol component in formulating blends or copolymers with PLLA to create materials with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties derived from stereocomplexation.

2.         Biomedical Devices & Tissue Engineering
   - Structural Component for Medium-Term Implants: Employed in the fabrication of absorbable sutures, meshes, and fixation devices that require reliable mechanical support over an extended period.
   - Scaffold Matrix for Tissue Regeneration: Used as a degradable polymer matrix in 3D scaffolds for bone or cartilage tissue engineering, providing structural support and conducive surfaces for cell growth.

3.         Controlled Release & Functional Coatings
   - Matrix for Sustained Drug Delivery: Functions as a polymeric carrier for controlled release formulations, offering tunable degradation kinetics for release profiles spanning several weeks.
   - Functional Coating or Adhesive: Applied as a reactive coating on medical devices or as a biodegradable adhesive layer, where its hydroxyl groups enable strong bonding and controlled degradation.

OH-PDLA-OH, Medium Molecular Weight Grades, IV: 1–3 dl/g, Mw: 90–480 kDa Packing

The product is supplied in vacuum-sealed, moisture-proof packaging with desiccant to ensure stability during transportation and storage. We offer flexible packaging sizes tailored to customer requirements from R&D to production scale.

Additional Information

Medium molecular weight dihydroxy-terminated PDLA represents a critical category of telechelic polymers that bridge the gap between high reactivity and structural performance. Its unique combination of symmetrical end-group functionality, extended chain length, and D-configuration makes it an essential tool for designing biodegradable materials with enhanced properties.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) combines advanced synthesis expertise with stringent analytical control to deliver this grade with precise molecular weight distribution, guaranteed end-group functionality, and consistent batch-to-batch quality. As the demand grows for sustainable, high-performance materials in medicine and speciality polymers, SAM's OH-PDLA-OH series provides a reliable and innovative foundation for material development.