Cat. No.: X24-09-YYX190
Carbonate/NHS PEG reagent, m-PEG3-succinimidyl carbonate, Purity 98%
Synonym: 477775-77-2; m-PEG3-succinimidyl carbonate; mPEG3-SC; N-Hydroxysuccinimide MeO-Peg3 carbonate; 2,5-Dioxopyrrolidin-1-yl (2-(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethyl) carbonate
- CAS Number: 477775-77-2
- PubChem CID: 51340961
Properties
Description
m-PEG3-succinimidyl carbonate serves as a PEG linker characterized by its succinimidyl carbonate end group which exhibits reactivity towards amines, forming stable amide bonds upon reaction. The presence of this hydrophilic PEG linker enhances the compound's water solubility properties when placed into aqueous media.
Molecular Formula
C12H19NO8
Functional Group 1
Carbonate
Form
Solid or viscous liquid
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
This compound is used as a reactive linker in bioconjugation processes. The succinimidyl carbonate group is highly reactive towards amine-containing nucleophiles, allowing for the attachment of PEG chains to proteins or other biomolecules for enhanced solubility and stability.
For Research Use Only. Not For
Clinical Use.