Cat. No.: X24-03-YW0194
Benzyl/Tos PEG reagent, Benzyl-PEG2-Tos, Purity 98%
Synonym: 4981-83-3; Benzyl-PEG2-Tos; 2-(Benzyloxy)ethyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; Benzyl-PEG1-Tos; 2-(Benzyloxyethyl) p-toluenesulfonate
- CAS Number: 4981-83-3
- PubChem CID: 561375
Properties
Description
Benzyl-PEG2-Tos is a PEG linker featuring an acid-labile benzyl protecting group and a tosyl leaving group. The tosyl group serves as an effective leaving moiety in various chemical reactions. With its hydrophilic PEG linker, this compound demonstrates enhanced water solubility in aqueous solutions.
Molecular Formula
C16H18O4S
Functional Group 1
Benzyl
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
Benzyl-PEG2-Tos is widely employed in organic synthesis as a versatile building block due to its acid-labile nature and the reactivity of the tosyl leaving group. It is commonly utilized in the preparation of peptide conjugates, prodrugs, and other pharmaceutical intermediates. The hydrophilic PEG linker contributes to the solubility of the compound in water-based systems, facilitating its use in aqueous reactions and formulations.
For Research Use Only. Not For
Clinical Use.