Alkyl 2- Cyanoacrylate

Introduction

 

Used in medicine as tissue adhesive and sealant

 

Salient Technical Features

 

•  These instant adhesives are used by surgeons for wound closure and are used either along with sutures or in their place.

 

Scale of development

 

•  100g/batch

 

Status of Commercialization

 

•  Ready for commercialization

 

Major Raw Materials

 

•  Cyanoacetic acid and alcohol

 

Major Plant Equipment and Machinery Required

 

•  Laboratory glassware and equipments for synthesis

 

 

For further information please contact

 

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology
Uppal Road, Tarnaka,
Hyderabad - 500 007
Phone: +91-40-21791623
E-mail: aau@iict.res.in