Description

Indole-3-Butyric Acid (IBA) is a synthetic plant hormone belonging to the auxin class, renowned for its potent root-promoting activity. Its primary commercial value lies in its effectiveness and stability as a rooting agent, making it a cornerstone product for horticulture and agriculture. This compound is essential for professional growers, plant propagators, and manufacturers of agricultural formulations who require reliable and high-purity plant growth regulators.

Application

• Plant Propagation & Rooting Hormone: The dominant application is in promoting root initiation and development in stem cuttings of a wide variety of ornamental plants, fruit trees, and woody species.
• Agricultural Formulations: A key active ingredient in commercial rooting powders, gels, and liquid concentrates used in commercial nurseries and greenhouses.
• Tissue Culture: Used in plant tissue culture media to stimulate callus formation and root differentiation in micropropagation protocols.
• Fruit Setting & Prevention of Pre-harvest Drop: Applied to improve fruit set in some crops and to reduce premature fruit drop before harvest.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard auxin in botanical, physiological, and agricultural research studies.
• Landscape & Forestry: Employed in the establishment of cuttings for reforestation projects and landscape plant production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indole-3-Butyric Acid
CAS No.	133-32-4
Molecular Formula	C12H13NO2
Molecular Weight	203.24 g/mol
Synonyms	IBA; 3-Indolebutyric Acid; 1H-Indole-3-butanoic Acid; 4-(Indol-3-yl)butyric Acid; Hormodin; Seradix; Rooting Hormone; Indolebutyric Acid; 3-Indolyl-γ-butyric Acid
EINECS	205-101-5

Quality Control

Our Indole-3-Butyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR), to ensure it meets exacting specifications for use in agricultural and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	123°C - 125°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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