Hydroxyl/Methyl ester PEG reagent, Hydroxy-PEG5-methyl ester, Purity 98%

Synonym: 2100306-80-5; Hydroxy-PEG5-C2-methyl ester; HYDROXY-PEG5-METHYLESTER; Methyl 3-[2-[2-[2-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]propanoate

CAS Number: 2100306-80-5
PubChem CID: 126961971

Size

100 mg; 250 mg; 500 mg

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Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Hydroxy-PEG5-methyl ester is a PEG-based linker featuring a terminal hydroxyl group and a methyl ester. The hydroxyl group offers flexibility for chemical modifications, while the methyl ester can undergo hydrolysis under strongly basic conditions. The PEG5 chain enhances solubility and compatibility in aqueous environments.

Molecular Weight

324.4

Molecular Formula

C₁₄H₂₈O₈

Functional Group 1

Hydroxyl

Functional Group 2

Methyl ester

Reactive Group 1

Electrophile

Reactive Group 2

Nucleophile

Form

Liquid

Purity

98%

Identity

Confirmed by NMR.

Applications

Hydroxy-PEG5-methyl ester is used in synthesizing functionalized polymers, modifying surfaces, and developing hydrophilic drug carriers. Its dual-functional groups make it suitable for crosslinking or attaching bioactive molecules, facilitating the design of innovative materials for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Store at -20°C.

For Research Use Only. Not For Clinical Use.