Alcohol/Biotin PEG reagent, Biotin-PEG4-alcohol, Purity 98%

Synonym: 1217609-84-1; Biotin-PEG4-alcohol; (+)-biotin-PEG4-OH; Biotin-PEG4-OH

CAS Number: 1217609-84-1
PubChem CID: 40634955

Size

500 mg; 1 g; 2 g

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Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Biotin-PEG4-alcohol is a biotinylation reagent featuring a primary hydroxyl (OH) group that offers versatility for further derivatization. The polyethylene glycol (PEG) spacer enhances the solubility of labeled molecules, surpassing the solubility achieved by reagents with hydrocarbon spacers.

Molecular Weight

419.5

Molecular Formula

C₁₈H₃₃N₃O₆S

Functional Group 1

Alcohol

Functional Group 2

Biotin

Functional Group 3

None

Form

Waxy solid

Purity

98%

Identity

Confirmed by NMR.

Applications

Biotin-PEG4-alcohol finds utility in various biotinylation applications, particularly in the conjugation of biotin to proteins, peptides, oligonucleotides, and other biomolecules. The hydroxyl group can be readily functionalized with reactive groups or crosslinkers, allowing for precise control over the conjugation chemistry. The resulting biotinylated compounds are valuable tools for various biochemical and biological assays, including affinity purification, immunoprecipitation, and fluorescence-based detection methods.

Storage

Store at -20°C

For Research Use Only. Not For Clinical Use.