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6-Maleimido-1-hexanol is an organic compound utilized in the field of polymer and materials science research. It is particularly valued for its maleimide group, which is highly reactive towards thiols in a process known as Michael addition or thiol-ene reaction. This reactivity is exploited in the design of cross-linked polymers and hydrogels, where 6-Maleimido-1-hexanol can be used to introduce points of covalent attachment that enhance the mechanical properties of the material. In addition, researchers use this compound to modify the surfaces of biomaterials or to conjugate various biomolecules, such as peptides or proteins, which can be essential in creating targeted chemical delivery systems or biosensors. The hexanol moiety also imparts certain hydrophilic characteristics to the molecule, making it suitable for applications that require a balance of hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties in the construction of amphiphilic polymers.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
6-Maleimido-1-hexanol, 250 mg | sc-210526 | 250 mg | $311.00 |