Z-VAD-AMC is a fluorogenic substrate for caspase-1. Upon enzymatic cleavage by caspase-1, 7-amino-4-methylcoumarin (AMC) is released and its fluorescence can be used to quantify caspase-1 activity. AMC displays excitation/emission maxima of 340-360/440-460 nm, respectively.

Z-VAD-AMC (acetate)

DMSO:1 mg/mL
Powder: -20°C for 3 years
In solvent: -80°C for 2 years