Cat. No.: X24-09-YYX081
Carboxylic acid PEG reagent, m-PEG6-CH2COOH, Purity 98%
Synonym: 16142-03-3; mPEG5-CH2COOH; 2,5,8,11,14,17-Hexaoxanonadecan-19-oic acid; 3,6,9,12,15,18-Hexaoxanonadecanoic acid
- CAS Number: 16142-03-3
- PubChem CID: 18707503
Properties
Description
m-PEG6-CH2COOH serves as a PEG linker featuring a terminal carboxylic acid, which reacts with primary amines in the presence of activators like EDC or HATU to create stable amide bonds. Its hydrophilic PEG spacer enhances solubility in aqueous environments.
Molecular Formula
C13H26O8
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
m-PEG6-CH2COOH can be used for modifying biomolecules to increase their solubility and biocompatibility. It is often used in the formulation of drug delivery systems and in surface modification of materials.
For Research Use Only. Not For
Clinical Use.