Description
Biotin-PEG7-thiourea is a reactive compound suitable for conjugation with amine-containing macromolecules. Its hydrophilic PEG arm enhances water solubility, while the biotin groups serve as affinity labels for proteins such as avidin and streptavidin. Additionally, the thiourea group can be utilized as a source of sulfide for various chemical transformations.
Applications
Biotin-PEG7-thiourea is widely employed in bioconjugation studies, allowing the specific attachment of biotin to proteins, peptides, and other molecules containing primary amine groups. The resulting biotinylated products can be utilized in various applications, including affinity purification, immunodetection, and protein labeling for microscopy and biophysical studies.