Properties
Description
This research tool provides a highly pure (≥95%) thiol derivative of xanthan gum, connected by a 5 kDa polyethylene glycol (PEG) chain for research on thiol-reactive polysaccharide biomaterials.
Molecular Weight
PEG 5 kDa
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
SH-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
SH functionalized xanthan via a 5 kDa PEG spacer can be employed to develop injectable, self-healing hydrogels based on disulfide bond formation.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.