Pegylation reagents, methyl-PEG-amine compounds

The methyl-PEG_n-amine (MA[PEG]_n) PEGylation reagents are methyl ether-terminated PEG amines that are used for modifying proteins or surfaces such as beads, nanoparticles and self-assembled monolayers. These PEGylation reagents are homogenous compounds of defined molecular weight and spacer length, providing precision in optimising modification applications.

• Provided as a series of 4, 8, 12 and 24 ethylene glycol units, enabling modification procedures to be optimised for a specific application
• PEG spacer provides unique advantages, including increased stability, reduced tendency toward aggregation and reduced immunogenicity
• Allows site-specific labeling or crosslinking involving primary amines or carboxyl groups on proteins or surfaces
• Easy-to-follow instructions increase the likelihood of a successful outcome

MA(PEG)_n is the abbreviation for a set of compounds having polyethylene glycol (PEG) spacers and terminal methyl (-CH3) and amino (-NH2) groups. The unbranched, hydrophilic, discrete-length molecules have the form Methyl-PEG_n-Amine, where the subscript 'n' denotes 4, 8, 12, or 24 ethylene glycol units. The terminal primary amine of each compound provides a specific target for crosslinking and other conjugation methods, making these compounds useful as PEGylation reagents.