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Medchemexpress LLC Alginic acid, calcium salt | 9005-35-0 | MFCD00143567 | Varies (polymeric); reported molar masses 584.45 g/mol and 1,170.93 g/mol | Empirical: C18H24CaO19; polymeric repeat unit: (C12H14CaO12)n | 500 G
Supplier: Medchemexpress LLC HYW133967500G
Calcium alginate is a biodegradable, pH-sensitive hydrogel (alginic acid, calcium salt) used as a gel-transforming agent and excipient. It is stable in acidic media and soluble in basic media, enabling pH-triggered absorption and release of aqueous solutions. Common applications include oral agent delivery, nasal packing, cell culture scaffolds, and tissue engineering.
- Biodegradable pH-responsive hydrogel suitable for controlled release.
- Stable in acidic environments and soluble in basic environments.
- Enables pH-triggered absorption and release of aqueous solutions.
- Useful for oral drug delivery systems and nasal packing applications.
- Compatible with cell culture scaffolds and 3D bioprinting.
- Provides a biodegradable matrix for tissue engineering and wound care.
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