Description
DBCO-C6-NHS ester is an amine-reactive compound designed for the modification of amine-containing molecules in organic media. This reagent exhibits limited solubility in aqueous environments but demonstrates enhanced solubility in various organic solvents commonly used in bioconjugation chemistry, including dichloromethane, chloroform, THF, and ethyl acetate. Featuring an extended 6-carbon atom spacer arm, DBCO-C6-NHS ester offers improved solubility and efficiency in derivatization reactions, leading to the formation of stable conjugates with enhanced stability.
Applications
DBCO-C6-NHS ester is particularly useful for modifying biomolecules with amine functionalities in organic solvents, enabling the synthesis of bioconjugates under conditions where aqueous solubility is not required. DBCO-C6-NHS ester can be employed in various bioconjugation strategies, including the labeling of proteins, peptides, and nucleic acids with DBCO-functionalized molecules. Its extended spacer arm enhances the stability and efficiency of conjugation reactions.