Properties
Description
This specialized reagent comprises heparin linked to fucoidan through a 550 Da PEG chain, offering purity ≥95%, suitable for consistent performance in studies on anticoagulant activity, bioactive delivery systems, and investigation of cell uptake mechanisms.
Molecular Weight
PEG 550 Da
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
Heparin-PEG-fucoidan is soluble in a wide range of organic solvents, such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO, and shows excellent solubility in water.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Stability
The product is stable for 1 year when stored at the recommended temperature in powder.
Quality Level
Research grade
Applications
Heparin-PEG (550 Da)-fucoidan is utilized to study competitive binding to heparin-binding proteins (e.g., fibronectin), exploring how the combined polysaccharides presented via a short linker interact with matrix components.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.