MMAF (Monomethylauristatin F) is an antineoplastic agent and a tubulin polymerization inhibitor and is used as a antitumor agent. MMAF (Monomethylauristatin F) is widely used as a cytotoxic component of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) such as vorsetuzumab mafodotin and SGN-CD19A.

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