Properties
Description
This well-defined (≥95% pure) bioconjugate comprises a terminal hydroxyl group and xanthan gum connected by a 1 kDa polyethylene glycol (PEG) spacer, enabling various conjugation chemistries.
Molecular Weight
PEG 1 kDa
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
OH-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
OH-PEG-xanthan with PEG 1 kDa is used in developing sustained-release therapeutics and tissue engineering scaffolds, with the hydroxyl groups facilitating cross-linking and 1 kDa PEG providing desirable mechanical properties.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.