Description

4,7,10,13-Tetraoxahexadeca-1,15-Diene CAS NO 90736-68-8 is a specialized polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivative featuring terminal diene functionality. This compound is a crucial bifunctional linker and cross-linking agent in advanced material synthesis and bioconjugation chemistry. It is primarily utilized by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, polymer science, and specialty chemical industries for creating functionalized polymers, hydrogels, and drug delivery systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing PEGylated drug conjugates and prodrugs to enhance solubility and bioavailability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linker or co-monomer in the synthesis of hydrogels, responsive polymers, and functional coatings via thiol-ene or other click chemistry reactions.
• Bioconjugation: Used to attach biomolecules (e.g., proteins, peptides) to surfaces, nanoparticles, or other polymers for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Surface Modification: Enables the functionalization of inorganic nanoparticles (e.g., gold, silica) and other substrates to impart specific chemical properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool compound in academic and industrial labs for exploring new macromolecular architectures and smart materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,7,10,13-Tetraoxahexadeca-1,15-Diene
CAS No.	90736-68-8
Molecular Formula	C14H26O4
Molecular Weight	258.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,15-Hexadecadiene, 4,7,10,13-tetraoxa-; PEG4 Diallyl Ether; Diallyl Tetraethylene Glycol; Tetraethylene Glycol Diallyl Ether; Diallyl-PEG4; 2,2'-(Ethane-1,2-diylbis(oxy))bis(ethane-2,1-diyl) bis(prop-2-en-1-yl) ether; 3,6,9,12-Tetraoxapentadeca-1,14-diene (alternative numbering); Allyl-PEG4-allyl
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Quality Control

Our 4,7,10,13-Tetraoxahexadeca-1,15-Diene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC or HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.