Description
Z-VAD-FMK is a non-specific caspase inhibitor used to prevent caspase-mediated apoptosis in vitro. This peptide is primarily used in research models of apoptosis.
Z-VAD-FMK is a non-specific caspase inhibitor used to prevent caspase-mediated apoptosis in vitro. This peptide is primarily used in research models of apoptosis.
Cas No. | 187389-52-2 |
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Purity | ≥95% |
Formula | C22H30FN3O7 |
Formula Wt. | 467.49 |
IUPAC Name | N-[(Benzyloxy)carbonyl]-L-valyl-N-[(3S)-5-fluoro-1-methoxy-1,4-dioxo-3-pentanyl]-L-alaninamide |
Synonym | Z-VAD(OMe)-FMK; pan-Caspase Inhibitor; Z-Val-Ala-DL-Asp(OMe)-fluoromethylketone; Benzyloxycarbonyl-Val-Ala-DL-Asp(OMe)-fluoromethylketone |
Solubility | Soluble in DMSO, acetonitrile or dimethyl formamide. |
Appearance | White solid. |
Store Temp | 4°C |
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Ship Temp | Ambient |
Info Sheet | Z8401 Info Sheet PDF |
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