Enzyme Substrates · Enzyme substrate (research reagent) · CASP-008
Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone
- Drug class
- Enzyme substrate (research reagent)
- Status
- Research use only
- Catalog code
- CASP-008
- Also known as
- CASP-008
- Reviewed
- 2026-06-01 · Kindr Health Clinical Team
What Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone is studied for
- Kinetic (kcat / Km) characterization of proteases and hydrolases
- High-throughput inhibitor screening
- Selectivity profiling across related enzyme families
- Diagnostic and academic activity assays
Mechanism of action
Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone sits within the Enzyme Substrates research class (CPC reference CASP-008). The peptide encodes a recognition sequence flanked by a reporter group (pNA, AMC, MCA, FAM/DABCYL). Enzyme cleavage releases the reporter, producing a quantifiable optical signal proportional to catalytic activity. Investigators typically incorporate Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone as a reference standard, tool ligand, or substrate in the assay contexts listed above. Read on kinetic plate readers with the reporter-appropriate filter set (e.g. 405 nm, 380/460 nm).
Frequently asked questions
What is Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone?
Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone (CPC catalog code CASP-008) is a synthetic enzyme substrate (research reagent) in the enzyme substrates category. It is provided as a lyophilized ~1 mg vial for in-vitro research use only.
What is Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone studied for?
Published and internal research programs use Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone as a reference standard in enzyme substrates workflows — for example, kinetic (kcat / km) characterization of proteases and hydrolases and high-throughput inhibitor screening. Human clinical evidence is not established.
Is Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone FDA-approved for human use?
No. Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone is a research-grade reference peptide and is not approved by the FDA or any national regulator for human or veterinary therapeutic use. It is offered exclusively for in-vitro laboratory research and does not ship to the United States for consumer use.
How is Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone typically used in the lab?
In a enzyme substrates workflow, Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone is reconstituted in sterile buffer or DMSO (solubility-dependent) and applied in the researcher's chosen assay format. Read on kinetic plate readers with the reporter-appropriate filter set (e.g. 405 nm, 380/460 nm).
How should Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone be stored?
Store lyophilized at −20 °C, protected from light. DMSO stocks stable at −80 °C for months. Follow your institution's standard operating procedures for handling synthetic peptides.
Where does the Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone product page point to?
This kindr reference page mirrors CPC Scientific's catalog metadata for CASP-008. The upstream reference sheet — including sequence, purity, MW, and application notes where published — is linked from the buy panel. All orders placed on kindr Peptides ship internationally under research-use terms only.
What quality specifications apply to Ac-YVAD-2,6-dimethylbenzoyloxymethylketone?
Research-grade peptides in the CPC catalog are synthesized by solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), purified by preparative RP-HPLC, and characterized by analytical HPLC and mass spectrometry. Typical purity is ≥95%; certificate of analysis is available on request.
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