Properties
Description
This research-grade (≥95% purity) bioconjugate combines the iron-transport protein transferrin with fucoidan through a 550 Da PEG spacer, enabling investigations into receptor-mediated endocytosis and targeted delivery of polysaccharide-based therapeutics.
Molecular Weight
PEG 550 Da
Source
Chemical synthesis
Functional Group
Transferrin
Solubility
Transferrin-PEG-fucoidan 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
Research utilizes Transferrin-PEG (550 Da)-fucoidan to study receptor-mediated endocytosis pathways involving both transferrin and fucoidan interactions facilitated by the short PEG linker.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.