AC-PEG-N3(Acrylate-PEG-Azide), MW 2K is a versatile molecule that contains three distinct functional groups: an acrylate, a polyethylene glycol (PEG) chain, and an azide. The acrylate group is a double bond that can undergo polymerization reactions, making it useful for creating polymers and hydrogels. The PEG chain provides water solubility and biocompatibility, making it an ideal component for drug delivery and bioconjugation applications. The azide group is a reactive functionality that can participate in click chemistry reactions, allowing for site-specific labeling and conjugation of biomolecules.
In pharmaceutical research and development, AC-PEG-N3, MW 2K is widely used for the synthesis of drug delivery systems, bioconjugates, and imaging agents. Its ability to form hydrogels makes it a promising candidate for the development of injectable drug delivery systems, particularly for sustained-release formulations. The PEG chain also enhances the circulation time of drugs in the body, reducing their clearance rate and increasing their efficacy.
The azide group in AC-PEG-N3, MW 2K is particularly useful for bioconjugation applications. Through click chemistry reactions, biomolecules such as antibodies, peptides, and proteins can be conjugated to the PEG chain, allowing for targeted drug delivery and imaging. The site-specific labeling capability of it is critical in developing imaging agents that can accurately target specific tissues or organs.
AxisPharm offers 5000+ PEG Linkers with high purity. Different kinds of PEG Reagents may be available by custom synthesis.