Description

Gibberellin A1 is a specific, naturally occurring plant growth hormone belonging to the gibberellin family, a critical class of compounds for regulating various developmental processes. Its precise biological activity makes it a valuable tool for targeted physiological research and specialized agricultural applications. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers in plant biology, biotechnology, and for formulators developing advanced plant growth regulators.

Application

• Plant Physiology & Biochemical Research: Used as a standard reference compound to study gibberellin biosynthesis pathways, signal transduction, and specific receptor interactions.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Employed in tissue culture and micropropagation protocols to induce specific growth responses in genetically modified or recalcitrant plant species.
• Advanced Plant Growth Regulator (PGR) Formulation: Serves as a key active ingredient or a synergistic component in the development of next-generation, high-specificity PGRs for horticulture and specialty crops.
• Seed Technology: Applied in research to break seed dormancy, promote uniform germination, and enhance seedling vigor under controlled conditions.
• Metabolic Studies: Utilized in tracer studies and analytical method development (e.g., HPLC-MS/MS) for quantifying gibberellin profiles in plant tissues.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gibberellin A1
CAS No.	545-97-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₂₄O₆
Molecular Weight	348.39 g/mol
Synonyms	GA1; Gibberellin A1; (1R,2R,5S,8S,9S,10R,12S)-12-Hydroxy-4-methyl-13-methyliden-11-oxo-3-oxapentacyclo[9.3.2.15,8.01,10.02,8]heptadecane-9-carboxylic acid; Gibberellin 1; GA₁
EINECS	208-891-7

Quality Control

Our Gibberellin A1 is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for research and formulation. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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