Properties
Description
This product is a well-defined (≥95% pure) crosslinking agent composed of an NHS ester and xanthan gum joined by a 1 kDa polyethylene glycol (PEG) spacer for controlled modification of biomolecules.
Molecular Weight
PEG 1 kDa
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
NHS-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
NHS-PEG-xanthan with PEG 1 kDa is used in developing long-circulating nanoparticles with functional groups for conjugation to therapeutic agents.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.