CAS Registry Number

CAS 86-87-3 — Naphthalene-1-acetic acid

Naphthalene-1-acetic acid is a synthetic auxin used in plant growth regulation, particularly in agriculture and horticulture for root development and fruit setting. It is a white to pale yellow crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C12H10O2, a molecular weight of 186.21 g/mol, and a CAS number of 86-87-3. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with care due to its danger signal word. Molekula supplies Naphthalene-1-acetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.