Properties
Description
PCL(4k)-PEG(1k)-PCL(4k) contains a hydrophilic PEG block and two hydrophobic polycaprolactone (PCL) blocks. The hydrophobic polycaprolactone (PCL) can be hydrolyzed on the ester bonds.
Molecular Weight
PCL(4 kDa), PEG(1 kDa), PCL(4 kDa)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
PCL(4k)-PEG(1k)-PCL(4k) can be used to construct microemulsions for the delivery of lipophilic compounds, improving their bioavailability and stability.