Properties
Description
This research tool provides a highly pure (≥95%) methacrylate derivative of xanthan gum, connected by a 5 kDa polyethylene glycol (PEG) chain for research on polysaccharide-based hydrogel biomaterials.
Molecular Weight
PEG 5 kDa
Source
Chemical synthesis
Functional Group
Methacrylate
Solubility
Methacrylate-PEG-xanthan 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
Methacrylate functionalized xanthan via a 5 kDa PEG spacer can be employed to develop shape-memory hydrogels for biomedical applications.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.