Cat. No.: X24-03-YW0659
Hydroxyl/t-Butyl protected carboxyl PEG reagent, Hydroxy-PEG2-CH2CO2tBu, Purity 95%
Synonym: 149299-82-1; Hydroxy-PEG2-CH2CO2tBu; Tert-Butyl 2-(2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy)acetate; Hydroxy-PEG2-t-Butyl acetate; HO-PEG2-CH2COOtBu
- MDL: MFCD25959245
- CAS Number: 149299-82-1
- PubChem CID: 19780618
Properties
Description
Hydroxy-PEG2-CH2CO2tBu is a PEG linker featuring a terminal hydroxyl group and a t-butyl-protected carboxyl group. The PEG2 spacer enhances solubility in aqueous environments, while the hydroxyl group allows versatile functionalization. The t-butyl group provides acid-labile protection for controlled carboxyl activation.
Molecular Formula
C10H20O5
Functional Group 1
Hydroxyl
Functional Group 2
t-Butyl protected carboxyl
Reactive Group 2
Nucleophile
Solubility
Water, DMSO, DCM, DMF
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
Hydroxy-PEG2-CH2CO2tBu is used in bioconjugation, drug delivery, and material synthesis. The hydroxyl group supports further derivatization, while the t-butyl ester ensures precise activation of the carboxyl group under acidic conditions, making it ideal for creating hydrophilic linkers and functional materials.
For Research Use Only. Not For
Clinical Use.