Acrylate-PEG-NH2, MW 2K is a bifunctional polymer that presents an acrylate group at one end and an amine (NH2) group at the other. This unique molecular structure enables facile conjugation and imparts excellent solubility and biocompatibility, making it an invaluable reagent in pharmaceutical research and development.
The acrylate group allows for easy attachment to various surfaces through UV-initiated polymerization, while the amine group enables efficient conjugation to biomolecules, such as proteins, peptides, and nucleic acids. It has found extensive applications in drug delivery systems, hydrogels, biosensors, and targeted therapies.
In drug delivery, Acrylate-PEG-NH2, MW 2K has been used to formulate polymeric micelles and nanoparticles, providing enhanced solubility and stability for poorly soluble drugs. In hydrogel systems, it serves as a crosslinker, creating biocompatible and tunable scaffolds for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Moreover, Acrylate-PEG-NH2 has facilitated the development of targeted therapeutics by allowing the conjugation of specific ligands or antibodies to drug carriers, improving the selectivity and efficacy of treatments.
AxisPharm offers 5000+ PEG Linkers with high purity. Different kinds of PEG Reagents may be available by custom synthesis.
