Description | Hydroxy-PEG3-acid is a PEG derivative containing a hydroxyl group and a terminal carboxylic acid. The hydrophilic PEG spacer increases solubility in aqueous media. The hydroxyl group enables further derivatization or replacement with other reactive functional groups. |
molecular weight | 222.24 |
Molecular formula | C9H18O6 |
CAS | 518044-49-0 |
Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
Solubility | DMSO: Soluble |
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