PLGA-di-amine, MW 40K is a biodegradable PLGA polymer featuring terminal amine functionality and an approximate molecular weight of 40 kDa where its reactive amine groups especially support bioconjugation, surface functionalization, drug delivery, and advanced biomaterial applications.
Key Features and Benefits
- Amine Functionalization: Provides reactive amino groups for conjugation and derivatization.
- MW 40K: Moderate molecular weight supports polymer processing and controlled-release formulations.
- Biodegradable: PLGA degrades into lactic acid and glycolic acid under physiological conditions.
- Versatile Conjugation: Amine groups can react with NHS esters, activated carboxyl groups, and other amine-reactive reagents.
- Functional Polymer: Suitable for preparing modified particles, conjugates, and biodegradable materials.
Applications
- Bioconjugation: Enables attachment of peptides, proteins, ligands, dyes, or other functional molecules.
- Drug Delivery: Supports biodegradable controlled and sustained-release systems.
- Nanoparticles: Used to prepare functionalized polymeric nanoparticles and drug carriers.
- Surface Modification: Provides reactive amines specifically for further modification of PLGA-based materials.
- Biomaterials: Suitable for biodegradable matrices, coatings, scaffolds, and related research.
Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store at –20 °C in a sealed, dry container.
- Handling: Protect from moisture and excessive heat to minimize premature hydrolysis and polymer degradation.
PLGA-di-amine, MW 40K combines biodegradable PLGA with reactive amine functionality, providing an especially versatile polymer platform for bioconjugation, drug delivery, nanoparticle functionalization, and biomaterial development.
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