Description

(-)-Jasmonic Acid CAS NO 6894-38-8 is a key plant-signaling molecule and a vital biosynthetic intermediate for jasmonates, a class of potent plant growth regulators. Its significance lies in its role as a master regulator of plant defense mechanisms, stress responses, and developmental processes. This high-purity enantiomer is essential for researchers in agricultural biotechnology, plant physiology, and for manufacturers developing next-generation plant growth regulators and eco-friendly crop protection solutions.

Application

• Plant Physiology & Stress Response Research: A critical standard and reagent for studying jasmonate signaling pathways, systemic acquired resistance (SAR), and abiotic stress responses (e.g., drought, salinity).
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Used in R&D for developing crops with enhanced innate resistance to pests, pathogens, and environmental stressors.
• Plant Growth Regulator (PGR) Formulation: Serves as a precursor or active ingredient in advanced PGRs aimed at improving crop yield, quality, and post-harvest shelf life.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in tracer studies and analytical methods to elucidate the biosynthesis and metabolism of jasmonates in plants.
• Seed Treatment & Priming: Investigated for use in seed coating formulations to enhance germination vigor and early seedling resilience.
• Elicitor in Plant Cell Culture: Applied to stimulate the production of valuable secondary metabolites (e.g., alkaloids, terpenoids) in bioreactor-based plant cell cultures.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Jasmonic Acid
CAS No.	6894-38-8
Molecular Formula	C12H18O3
Molecular Weight	210.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Jasmonic Acid; (1R,2R)-3-Oxo-2-(2Z)-2-penten-1-yl-cyclopentaneacetic Acid; (3R,7R)-Jasmonic Acid; D-(-)-Jasmonic Acid; (R)-(-)-Jasmonic Acid; JA; Plant Growth Regulator JA; 3-Oxo-2-(2Z)-2-pentenyl-cyclopentaneacetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (-)-Jasmonic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high enantiomeric purity and batch-to-batch consistency, critical for research and formulation accuracy. Each lot is characterized by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and identification is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and ensure long-term stability. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area separate from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.