Cat. No.: X24-10-WXX59
Folate/Maleimide PEG reagent, Folate-PEG-Mal, MW 1,000, Purity 95%
Synonym: Folate/Maleimide PEG reagent; Folate-PEG-Mal; Folate-PEG-maleimide
Properties
Description
Folate-PEG-Mal is a reagent grade thiol-reactive PEG derivative which strongly binds to folate receptors commonly found in tumor tissue.
Functional Group 1
Folate
Functional Group 2
Maleimide
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
Folate-PEG-Mal selectively targets cancer cells that overexpress folate receptors. Its maleimide functionality allows it to couple with some drugs or carriers, facilitating targeted delivery and enhancing the efficacy of therapies.
For Research Use Only. Not For
Clinical Use.