Description
Bromo-PEG5-t-butyl ester is a PEG linker comprising a bromide group and a t-butyl protected carboxyl group. Its hydrophilic PEG spacer enhances solubility in aqueous media. The bromide (Br) serves as an efficient leaving group for facilitating nucleophilic substitution reactions. The t-butyl protected carboxyl group can be selectively removed under acidic conditions.
Applications
Bromo-PEG5-t-butyl ester is widely utilized in bioconjugation and chemical synthesis applications. Its compatibility with aqueous environments makes it suitable for conjugation reactions in biological settings. This linker is commonly employed in the modification of biomolecules, surface functionalization, and the development of bioactive compounds and materials.