4-(4-Maleimidophenyl)butyric acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester (CAS 79886-55-8)
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4-(4-Maleimidophenyl)butyric acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester is a chemical crosslinker employed in the field of biochemistry for the purpose of conjugating proteins and other biomolecules. The maleimide group present in this compound is highly reactive with thiol groups, which are part of the side chain of cysteine amino acids in proteins, facilitating targeted and covalent attachment. Such a reaction is for studying the structure and function of proteins, as well as their interactions with other molecules. The N-hydroxysuccinimide ester portion of the molecule provides reactivity towards amine groups, expanding the versatility of the compound for linking a wider array of biomolecules. Researchers utilize 4-(4-Maleimidophenyl)butyric acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester for creating sophisticated bioconjugates that can be pivotal in experimental assays, including those used to explore molecular mechanisms in cell signaling.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-(4-Maleimidophenyl)butyric acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester, 25 mg | sc-252087 | 25 mg | $112.00 |