Properties
Description
The research molecule bromide-PEG-mannose, also known as mannose-PEG-Br, is formed by functionalizing mannose with a 5 kDa PEG tether bearing a bromide functionality. This structure integrates mannose's binding, PEG's solubility, and bromide's utility.
Molecular Weight
PEG: 5 kDa
Form
Solid or viscous liquid
Impurities
No visible impurities to the naked eye.
Solubility
This product is soluble in most organic solvents, such as DCM, DMF, DMSO, and THF, and exhibits excellent solubility in water.
Applications
Mannose-PEG-Br can be used to study receptor clustering effects on folate-mediated endocytosis rates.