Polycaprolactone is gaining major traction due to key applications in additive for resins and tissue engineering applications

 

Polycaprolactone

Polycaprolactone is a thermoplastic polymer, which is manufactured by covalent bonding of caprylic acid and propionic acid, with the help of an appropriate catalyst. The name polycaprolactone is derived from the 'color' of the polymer, which is white when it is fresh but turns into various shades of brown when exposed to heat. Polycaprolactone is insoluble in water, so it is mainly used for the preservation and freezing of industrial, pharmaceutical, and laboratory chemicals. Polycaprolactone is suitable for use in a variety of industries where extreme temperature needs to be controlled.

Polycaprolactone has various uses. It is commonly used as an antifungal agent in external applications like creams, lotions, scrubs, facial cleaners, etc. It prevents fungal and bacterial growth in cosmetics, hair coloring, shampoos, conditioners, and skincare products. It also works as an antiseptic and antifungal agent. The medicine label of polycaprolactone contains various indications and its uses are mainly for topical application on cuts, scrapes, and burns. It can also be applied to dogs and cats as a preventative and curative measure against ringworm and lice infestation.

Polycaprolactone is also useful as a foaming agent and for medicinal and therapeutic applications in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and chemical fields. It is used as a lubricant in thermal firming powders, liposuction applications, and photographic processes, food processing, aerospace, and petrochemical applications. Polycaprolactone is used as a drying agent in printing presses, desiccants, printing toners, and dry cleaning machines. It is also used in the cosmetic laboratory as a drying agent in hair dye applications and in chemical peel applications.        Polycaprolactone is very flexible and is known for its resistance to heat, chemicals, electricity, and water. It can also be used as an antifungal and antibacterial agent for fungal infections. Its anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties make it useful in treating arthritis, eczema, and rheumatoid arthritis.


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