mPEG-GA

mPEG-GA - Names and Identifiers

Name	mPEG-GA
Synonyms	mPEG-GA mPEG-Glutaric Acid

mPEG-GA - Physico-chemical Properties

Storage Condition

-20℃

mPEG-GA - Introduction

mPEG-GA(mPEG-GA) is a polymer compound with the following properties:

1. Structure: mPEG-GA is made of polyethylene glycol (PEG) and glutaric acid (GA) through ester bond. PEG is a water-soluble polymer, while GA is a degradable glutaric acid.

2. Solubility: mPEG-GA has good solubility in water, can form a transparent solution, and can also be dissolved in some organic solvents.

3. degradability: the existence of GA part makes mPEG-GA degradable. when mPEG-GA is injected into the body, it will gradually degrade in the body and release monomers of GA and PEG.

There are two main uses of mPEG-GA:

1. Drug delivery: mPEG-GA, as a hybrid material, can be used for sustained release and targeted delivery of drugs. By adjusting the content of the GA moiety and the length of the PEG chain, the release rate and stability can be controlled to achieve efficient drug delivery.

2. Tissue engineering: mPEG-GA can be used in biomedical fields, such as tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. It can be used as a scaffold material for repairing and regenerating tissues.

The method of preparing mPEG-GA is generally by reacting PEG with GA and allowing them to form ester bonds by esterification.

Regarding safety information, mPEG-GA are generally considered to be relatively safe. However, considering that each compound may have different reactions in different populations, it is recommended to conduct appropriate toxicological and safety assessments before use. At the same time, in the use of the process should be strictly in accordance with the relevant safety procedures for operation, to ensure safety and avoid potential hazards.

Last Update：2024-04-09 21:11:58