LACTEL Absorbable Polymers.

LACTEL is a leading, world-wide provider of biodegradable polymers for the drug delivery and medical device industries.

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This is where it all began…As the oldest commercially available biodegradable polymer in the U.S., DURECT’s line of LACTEL® Absorbable Polymers has been meeting and exceeding customer standards for quality for nearly 20 years. Our polymers have been used in numerous FDA approved medical devices and pharmaceutical products. We hold patents relating to the use of biodegradable polymers for improved processes in drug delivery and the manufacture of biodegradable medical devices.

We specialize in polymers from glycolide, lactide and ε-caprolactone monomers. Choose from a full range of standard polymers, or select a custom polymer synthesized to your specifications. We understand that subtle changes in molecular architecture can have a profound effect on degradation and drug release rates, and can help you with product optimization through developmental input and custom synthesis.

 

Order - All of LACTEL’s standard products are available for order

Custom Synthesis - If you need a specific polymer, let us know.

Technical Information - Learn more about LACTEL polymers

 Product of DURECT Corporation