Description

β-Naphthoxyacetic Acid Sodium Salt is a high-purity organic salt derivative of naphthoxyacetic acid, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and plant growth regulator. Its significance lies in its water-soluble sodium form, which enhances bioavailability and handling in various industrial and research formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable and consistent raw material.

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: Primarily used as a plant growth regulator, particularly in the production of compounds for fruit setting and thinning in horticulture.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Employed in laboratory studies investigating plant hormone analogs and their physiological effects.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other fine chemicals requiring the naphthoxy moiety.
• Formulation Additive: Used in specific industrial formulations where its properties as a sodium salt of an organic acid are beneficial.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Naphthoxyacetic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	10042-71-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉NaO₃
Molecular Weight	224.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoxyacetic Acid Sodium Salt; BNOA Sodium Salt; Sodium 2-Naphthyloxyacetate; 2-(Naphthalen-2-yloxy)acetic Acid Sodium Salt; β-Naphthoxyacetate Sodium; NOA Sodium Salt; Sodium β-Naphthoxyacetate
EINECS	233-124-8

Quality Control

Our β-Naphthoxyacetic Acid Sodium Salt is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Conforms
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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