Description

1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid is a synthetic plant growth regulator belonging to the auxin family. It is valued for its ability to stimulate root formation, control fruit set, and prevent premature fruit drop in various crops. This compound is essential for agricultural researchers, horticulturists, and manufacturers of plant growth regulator formulations seeking to improve crop yield and quality. Its stability and efficacy make it a key ingredient in modern agricultural science.

Application

• Plant Rooting Agent: Widely used to promote root initiation and development in cuttings for horticulture and plant propagation.
• Fruit Thinning and Set Regulation: Applied to control fruit set, improve fruit size, and reduce pre-harvest fruit drop in apples, pears, olives, and citrus.
• Agricultural Research: Serves as a standard auxin in laboratory studies on plant physiology, cell elongation, and tissue culture.
• Commercial Plant Growth Regulator (PGR) Formulations: A key active ingredient in liquid concentrates, powders, and gels for professional and agricultural use.
• Seed Treatment: Used to enhance seed germination and early seedling vigor under certain conditions.
• Vegetative Growth Control: Helps in managing the vegetative growth of vines and some tree crops.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid
CAS No.	86-87-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	NAA; α-Naphthaleneacetic Acid; 1-Naphthylacetic Acid; Fruitone-N; Planofix; Rootone; Tre-Hold; Naphthylacetic Acid; α-Naphthylacetic Acid
EINECS	201-705-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your application requirements.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The product is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	130°C - 135°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.