Description
N-Hydroxysuccinimidyl-4-azidobenzoate is a reactive ester that is commonly used for the modification of biomolecules. The azido group provides a handle for further chemical reactions, and the hydroxysuccinimidyl ester allows for conjugation with amino groups. It is valuable in the field of bioconjugation and the synthesis of bioactive molecules.
Applications
This reagent is commonly used in bioconjugation and labeling applications. It facilitates the conjugation of biomolecules, such as proteins or peptides, with azides to enable subsequent detection or interaction with other molecules through click chemistry.