Properties
Description
Amino-PEG10-alcohol is a water-soluble PEG reagent featuring a primary amine and a terminal hydroxyl group. The amine group enables reactions with carboxylic acids, activated NHS esters, and carbonyl compounds, while the hydroxyl group provides flexibility for further chemical modifications. The PEG10 spacer enhances solubility and biocompatibility.
Molecular Formula
C20H43NO10
Functional Group 2
Hydroxyl
Reactive Group 2
Nucleophile
Form
Liquid/Solid (low melting point)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
Amino-PEG10-alcohol is used in bioconjugation, drug delivery, and surface modification. Its amine group allows efficient coupling with biomolecules, while the hydroxyl group supports versatile functionalization, making it ideal for creating hydrophilic linkers and designing functional materials for biomedical research.