Description

Gibberellin A8 is a specific, naturally occurring plant hormone belonging to the gibberellin family, a class of diterpenoid acids critical for regulating plant growth and development. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and formulators requiring precise biological activity in plant science and agricultural applications. It is particularly valuable for advanced studies in plant physiology, the development of specialized plant growth regulators, and the formulation of high-end biostimulants for the horticulture and floriculture industries.

Application

• Plant Physiology Research: A key reference standard for studying gibberellin biosynthesis, metabolism, and signal transduction pathways.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Used in the development and optimization of novel plant growth regulator formulations and biostimulants.
• Seed Technology: Applied in research to enhance seed germination rates and break dormancy in certain plant species.
• Horticulture & Floriculture: Investigated for its potential to influence flowering time, stem elongation, and fruit set in high-value crops.
• Phytochemical Analysis: Serves as a critical analytical standard for the quantification of gibberellins in plant tissue extracts via HPLC or GC-MS.
• Metabolic Studies: Utilized in tracing and understanding the conversion between different gibberellin forms within plant systems.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Gibberellin A8
CAS No.	7044-72-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₂₄O₆
Molecular Weight	348.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Gibberellin A8; GA8; (1R,2R,5S,8S,9S,10R,12S)-5,12-Dihydroxy-11-methyl-6-methylidene-16-oxo-15-oxapentacyclo[9.3.2.15,8.01,10.02,8]heptadec-13-ene-9-carboxylic acid; Gibberellin VIII; 2β-Hydroxygibberellin A1
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Quality Control

Our Gibberellin A8 is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced chromatographic methods like HPLC. We support research and industrial applications requiring reliable, well-characterized biochemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label or COA. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤1.0%; Total impurities ≤3.0%
Solubility	Soluble in methanol, ethanol; slightly soluble in water

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