Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of HO-PEG16-OH (CAS: 6812-36-8)?
Answer
HO-PEG16-OH is a polyethylene glycol derivative with a molecular weight of approximately 2,500 g/mol. It is a white, crystalline powder with good solubility in water and organic solvents. The compound is known for its hydrophilic nature and its ability to form stable associations with biomolecules. It is relatively stable under normal conditions but reacts with strong acids or bases to form carboxylic acids or salts.
About
CAS No
6812-36-8
English Name
HO-PEG16-OH
Molecular Formula
C32H66O17
Molecular Weight
722.86 g/mol
SMILES
C(COCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCO)O
InChIKey
DHORSBRLGKJPFC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 04:58
