Properties
Description
t-Boc-N-amido-PEG15-amine is a water-soluble PEG linker featuring both an amino group and a Boc-protected amino group. The hydrophilic PEG backbone enhances its solubility in aqueous environments, while the amino group serves as a versatile reactive moiety. The Boc protection ensures stability during synthesis and can be selectively removed under mild acidic conditions.
Molecular Formula
C37H76N2O17
Reactive Group 1
Carboxylic acid
Reactive Group 2
Carbonyls
Form
Liquid/Solid (low melting point)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
t-Boc-N-amido-PEG15-amine is widely used in bioconjugation and chemical synthesis applications. Its bifunctionality enables efficient coupling reactions with various functional groups, including carboxylic acids, activated NHS esters, and carbonyl compounds like ketones and aldehydes.