FITC-PEG-Mal, MW 2K is a type of polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivative it is composed of three main functional groups, namely FITC (fluorescein isothiocyanate), PEG (polyethylene glycol), and Mal (maleimide). FITC is a fluorescent dye that allows for visualization of molecules in biological systems. PEG is a biocompatible polymer that improves the solubility and stability of drugs. Mal is a thiol-reactive group that can form covalent bonds with other thiol-containing molecules.
The combination of these three functional groups in FITC-PEG-Mal, MW 2K allows for a wide range of applications in pharmaceutical research and development. It can be used for drug delivery, as it can improve the solubility and stability of drugs and target specific cells or tissues using its fluorescence properties. FITC-PEG-Mal, MW 2K can also be used for drug conjugation, as the Mal group can react with thiol-containing molecules such as antibodies or enzymes to create drug conjugates with improved pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties.
AxisPharm offers 5000+ PEG Linkers with high purity. Different kinds of PEG Reagents may be available by custom synthesis.