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1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid (Alpha NAA)

1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid (Alpha NAA)

CAS Number: 86-87-3

Molecular Formula: C12H10O2

Synthetic Auxin & Rooting AgentFit for Fruit orchards(PGPR range)Synthetic Auxin MimicUsed: Technical powder / 4.5% SLMulti-Stage EfficacyLow ppm levels without phytotoxicityCIBRC (India) & FAO/WHO Complaint

About 1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid (Alpha NAA)

1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid (Alpha NAA) or alpha-naphthaleneacetic acid is a synthetic plant hormone belonging to the auxin class. It is used primarily to stimulate root formation, control fruit drop, and enhance flowering and vegetative growth. It mimics natural auxins to promote cell division and elongation, commonly us...

Variants

Alpha Napthyl Acetic Acid 4.5% SL

CAS: 86-87-3

Synonyms

  • 1-naphthaleneacetic acid
  • 1-naphthaleneacetic acid, ammonium salt
  • 1-naphthaleneacetic acid, potassium salt
  • 1-naphthaleneacetic acid, sodium salt
  • 1-naphthylacetic acid
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1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid (Alpha NAA) Specifications

CAS Number
86-87-3
Molecular Formula
C12H10O2
Molecular Weight
186.21 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-naphthalen-1-ylacetic acid
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC=C2CC(=O)O
InChI Key
PRPINYUDVPFIRX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
1S/C12H10O2/c13-9-8-11-6-4-2-1-3-5-10(11)7-9/h1-8H,13H
EINECS Number
201-705-8
MDL Number
MFCD00004194
UNSPSC Code
10191509
eClass
30120101
HSN No
38089190
Appearance
White to off White Coloured powder
Melting Point
127 C
Solution Test
Complied to clear least turbid
Assay
99.71 %
Melting Point
129.0 - 131.5 °C
Molecular Weight
186.21 g/mol
Boiling Point
285ºC (decomposes)
(H) Classification
o Acute Toxicity (Category 4) - H302: Harmful if swallowed o Skin Irritation (Category 2) - H315: Causes skin irritation o Serious Eye Damage (Category 1) - H318: Causes serious eye damage o Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Category 3) - H335: May cause respiratory irritation o Chronic Aquatic Toxicity (Category 3) - H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long- lasting effects
(P) Statements
o P261: Avoid breathing dust. o P273: Avoid release to the environment. o P280: Wear protective gloves, eye protection, and face protection. o P301 + P312: If swallowed, call a poison center or doctor if feeling unwell. o P302 + P352: If on skin, wash with plenty of water. o P305 + P351 + P338: If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water, remove contact lenses, and continue rinsing.
Precautionary Statement Codes
P261, P264, P270, P273, P280, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, and P405
Hazard Classes and Categories
Acute Tox. 4 (100%) Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)

Rooting Agent

Used to stimulate root development in plant cuttings and tissue cultures.

Fruit Retention

Prevents premature fruit drop in citrus, apple, and mango crops.

Vegetative Growth Booster

Enhances stem elongation, leaf expansion, and lateral bud growth.

Seed Treatment

Improves early germination and vigor in treated seeds.

Horticultural Sprays

Applied as foliar sprays to regulate flowering and fruiting cycles.

Plant Growth Regulator

A synthetic plant hormone used to promote root development, control fruit dropping, and stimulate flowering

Agriculture

An agrochemical applied to crops to thin fruits and manage yield

Tissue Culture

A chemical additive in plant tissue culture to induce callus formation and root regeneration

Horticulture

A rooting agent used for vegetative propagation of stem cuttings

Storage

Store in a dry, cool, ventilated area away from sunlight

Packaging

25 kg HDPE drums or bags

Stacking

2 drums high (palletized)

Transport

Non-hazardous under standard transport regulations

Shelf Life

24 months in sealed packaging

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  1. 1-naphthaleneacetic acid
  2. 1-naphthaleneacetic acid, ammonium salt
  3. 1-naphthaleneacetic acid, potassium salt
  4. 1-naphthaleneacetic acid, sodium salt
  5. 1-naphthylacetic acid

1-Naphthaleneacetic Acid (Alpha NAA) FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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