Trifluoroethyl-PEG-Propargyl is a unique functional group used extensively in drug research and development. This functional group belongs to the class of polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivatives, which are widely employed to improve the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of drugs. Trifluoroethyl-PEG-Propargyl contains three important functional groups: a trifluoroethyl group, a PEG chain, and a propargyl group. The trifluoroethyl group provides stability and lipophilicity, while the PEG chain imparts solubility and biocompatibility. The propargyl group, on the other hand, allows for the attachment of bioactive molecules or chemical moieties to the Trifluoroethyl-PEG-Propargyl scaffold.
The unique combination of these functional groups makes Trifluoroethyl-PEG-Propargyl an attractive scaffold for the development of various drug delivery systems, including prodrugs, liposomes, and nanoparticles. Furthermore, the trifluoroethyl group and the propargyl group can be selectively modified to introduce other functional groups, such as carboxylic acid, amine, or azide, providing further versatility to the scaffold.
Trifluoroethyl-PEG-Propargyl is a valuable functional group in drug research and development due to its stability, solubility, biocompatibility, and the ability to attach bioactive molecules or chemical moieties to its scaffold.
Trifluoroethyl-PEG-Propargyl
Cat# | Name | Structure | Pricing |
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AP11683 | 1,1,1-Trifluoroethyl-PEG3-Propargyl | Pricing | |
AP11684 | 1,1,1-Trifluoroethyl-PEG5-Propargyl | Pricing |