Properties
Description
Maleimide-PEG-mannose, also termed mannose-PEG-maleimide, is a research-specific hybrid formed by modifying mannose with a 4 kDa PEG spacer and a maleimide. This system combines mannose's lectin affinity, PEG's hydrophilicity, and maleimide's reactivity.
Molecular Weight
PEG: 4 kDa
Functional Group
Maleimide
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-maleimide can be used to engineer pH-dependent cellular uptake through carboxylate charge modulation.