PCL-PEG-Rhodamine B (PCL-PEG-RhB), MW x 4K, n 1K is a fluorescent amphiphilic block copolymer composed of poly(ε-caprolactone), polyethylene glycol, and a Rhodamine B fluorophore. The 4K PCL block provides a dominant hydrophobic domain for self-assembly and cargo incorporation, while the 1K PEG block provides surface functionality and the Rhodamine B label enables fluorescence-based tracking.
Key Features and Benefits
- Fluorescent Amphiphilic Copolymer: Integrates hydrophobic PCL, hydrophilic PEG, and a fluorescent Rhodamine B label.
- PCL MW 4K: Provides a biodegradable hydrophobic block for nanoparticle or micelle core formation and hydrophobic cargo incorporation.
- PEG MW 1K: Provides a short hydrophilic segment specifically for interfacial stabilization and surface hydration.
- PCL-Rich Architecture: The 4:1 PCL-to-PEG molecular weight ratio strongly favors hydrophobic interactions and core-forming assemblies.
- Rhodamine B Fluorescence: Provides a fluorescent signal for visualization and tracking of polymer-containing formulations.
- Carrier Tracking: Enables investigation of nanoparticle localization, cellular uptake, intracellular trafficking, and polymer distribution.
Applications
- Fluorescent Nanoparticles: Preparation of Rhodamine B-labeled polymeric nanoparticles, micelles, and related assemblies.
- Drug Delivery Research: Fluorescence-based tracking of PCL-rich polymeric carriers containing hydrophobic compounds.
- Cellular Uptake Studies: Evaluation of polymer or nanoparticle internalization using fluorescence-based methods.
- Biodistribution Research: Tracking of fluorescent polymer carriers in suitable experimental models.
- Biomaterial Imaging: Visualization of polymer localization and transport in biomaterial and tissue-engineering studies.
Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store at –20 °C in a tightly sealed container under dry, light-protected conditions.
- Handling: Protect from light, moisture, and excessive heat to preserve polymer integrity and fluorescence performance.
This product combines a strongly PCL-rich amphiphilic architecture with Rhodamine B fluorescence and specifically supports traceable hydrophobic polymeric carriers for nanoparticle imaging, cellular uptake, localization, and drug delivery research.
AxisPharm offers 5000+ PEG Linkers with high purity. Different kinds of PEG Reagents may be available by custom synthesis.