Buyer’s guide

PEG Reagent Buyer’s Guide

To buy a PEG reagent, match the reactive groups and chain length to your experiment, then check the storage and pack sizes on the product page. Order listed sizes online. For larger quantities or a custom structure, request a quote; we reply within 24 hours. All PurePEG products are for research use only, and we do not provide GMP material.

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1

Check that PurePEG fits your project

PurePEG supplies research use only (RUO) reagents.

A good fit

Discovery, method development and other laboratory research.

The wrong supplier

Projects that need GMP material, such as a raw material for clinical manufacturing. We do not provide it, so please confirm your grade requirements before you order.

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Find the right product family

Start with what you want the reagent to do. If you already know the compound, search the site by CAS number, item number or keyword.

Attach PEG to a protein or other molecule from one reactive end

Start with

PEGylation reagents, including mPEG-OH

Read first

PEGylation reagents guide

Join two different molecules or groups

Start with

Heterobifunctional PEGs

Read first

PEG linker selection guide

Link two of the same group

Start with

Homobifunctional PEGs, including Diol PEG

Read first

Top PEG crosslinkers

Build step by step, as in peptide synthesis

Start with

Fmoc, Boc, CBZ and tBu PEGs

Read first

PEG building blocks for peptide synthesis

Use click chemistry

Start with

Clickable linkers

Read first

Top click chemistry PEG reagents

Label a molecule with biotin

Start with

Biotinylation reagents

Read first

Top biotin PEG linkers

Formulate lipid nanoparticles

Start with

PEG-lipids

Read first

Choosing the right PEG-lipid

Research antibody-drug conjugates

Start with

Cleavable linkers

Read first

Cleavable vs non-cleavable linkers

Research targeted protein degraders

Start with

PROTAC products

Read first

PROTAC linkers guide

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Read the product name

Our product names tell you what is at each end of the PEG chain. The letter n is the number of polyethylene glycol units.

mPEGnX

mPEGn-X: An inert methoxy group at one end and a functional group X at the other

XPEGnX

X-PEGn-X: The same functional group at both ends (homobifunctional)

XPEGnY

X-PEGn-Y: A different functional group at each end (heterobifunctional)

PXPEGnX(Y)

PX-PEGn-X(Y): One functional group is protected, for example by Boc or Fmoc

Multi-arm PEGn

Multi-arm PEGn: A non-linear PEG with more than one arm

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Choose monodisperse or polydisperse

Monodisperse

A pure compound with an exact molecular weight and formula. Choose monodisperse when you need an exact structure.

Polydisperse

A polymer mixture described by an average molecular weight, such as 2K or 5K.

Our monodisperse PEG guide covers the differences, and we also carry polydisperse PEGs.

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Decide how to buy

A listed product at a listed size

How to buy

Add it to your cart and check out, or send a purchase order by email or fax

What to expect

In-stock orders placed before 3:00 p.m. PST typically ship the same day

More than the largest listed size

How to buy

Request a quote

What to expect

Volume pricing is available for any quantity above the website listing, with a quote within 24 hours

A structure we don’t list

How to buy

Request custom synthesis

What to expect

Milligram to kilogram scale, up to 20 kg per month, typically in 2 to 4 weeks, with a quote within 24 hours

A product that is out of stock

How to buy

Contact us

What to expect

We will confirm the lead time for your order

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Send a complete quote request

A complete request helps us give you an accurate quote the first time. Please include:

  • The structure, CAS number or item number
  • The quantity you need
  • Your purity requirement
  • The data you need, such as NMR, HPLC, CoA or MS
  • Any packaging preferences
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Plan for purchasing and receiving

Payment

We accept major credit cards, ACH, wire transfer and check. Standard terms are Net 30, and some international orders may require payment in advance.

Shipping costs

Prices are FOB San Diego, California. Freight, insurance, duty and special packaging charges are added to the invoice unless we arrange otherwise.

Carriers

FedEx is our usual carrier, and we can use your FedEx collect account.

Storage

Requirements vary by product, so check the product page before you order.

Returns

Contact us within 14 days of receipt. Returns need authorization, and custom products cannot be returned unless they are defective.

Full details

Our How to Order page has the full details.

Common questions

Do you provide GMP material?

No. PurePEG products are for research use only.

How fast will I get a quote?

Quotes are provided within 24 hours.

When does volume pricing start?

Volume pricing starts at any quantity above what the website lists for that product.

What purity can I expect from custom synthesis?

Custom products are usually 95% pure or higher. Tell us your requirement in your request, and we will confirm what is possible.

Can I get analytical data?

Yes. NMR, HPLC, CoA, MS and other data are available on request. Documents are not available for download, so please ask when you order or request a quote.

Request a quote

Tell us the product, quantity and purity you need. You can also email [email protected] or call 1-888-331-8188, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PST.