Description
AZD-PEG2-PFP is a PEG linker comprising an AZD (azido) group and a PFP (pentafluorophenyl) ester group. The PFP ester serves as an activated ester capable of reacting with primary amines to establish amide bonds. Renowned for its stability, the PFP ester exhibits a reduced susceptibility to hydrolysis compared to other amine-reactive groups, ensuring reliable and efficient conjugation reactions with primary amine-containing molecules.
Applications
AZD-PEG2-PFP can be used in diverse bioconjugation applications, primarily in the modification of biomolecules possessing primary amine functionalities. Through its reaction with primary amines, the PFP ester facilitates the conjugation of the AZD-PEG2 linker to proteins, peptides, antibodies, and other amine-containing molecules. Such conjugation reactions enable the development of bioconjugates utilized in various biomedical and biotechnological fields.