Properties
Description
This product consists of a terminal hydroxyl group linked to xanthan gum using a 550 Da PEG chain, offered at a purity of ≥95% for introducing a reactive alcohol functionality in research.
Molecular Weight
PEG 550 Da
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 550 Da is utilized in drug delivery and biomedical engineering to develop hydrogels and drug carriers with enhanced solubility and biocompatibility, thanks to the hydroxyl functionality and medium-length PEG chains.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.