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2-Naphthoxyacetic acid
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2-Naphthoxyacetic acid is a synthetic auxin-type plant growth regulator, used mainly to promote fruit setting in crops such as tomatoes and strawberries. This chemical has the CAS number 120-23-0, with the molecular formula C12H10O3 (corrected from C10H7OCH2CO2H) and a molecular weight of 202.21 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures, and it carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies 2-Naphthoxyacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white crystal or powder |
| Melting Point | 155 - 157 Deg C |
| Loss on Drying | <0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% |
| Assay HPLC | >98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 156 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 8422 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89967800 |
| CAS Number | 120-23-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-naphthalen-2-yloxyacetic acid |
| EC Number | 204-380-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H7OCH2CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 202.21 |
| Exact Mass | 202.063 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C=C(C=CC2=C1)OCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | RZCJYMOBWVJQGV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H10O3/c13-12(14)8-15-11-6-5-9-3-1-2-4-10(9)7-11/h1-7H,8H2,(H,13,14) |
| PubChem CID | 8422 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2918992050 |
| Tariff Code | 2918999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H401 Toxic to aquatic life
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2-Naphthyloxy)acetic acid
- (beta-Naphthalenyloxy)acetic acid
- 2-Noxa
- BETA-NAPHTHOXYACETIC ACID
- beta-Naphthyloxyacetic acid
- Betapal
- Betokson
- Betoxon
- NOXA
- O-(2-Naphthyl)glycolic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Naphthoxyacetic acid commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a plant growth regulator, particularly as an auxin-type herbicide and rooting hormone in horticulture and agriculture.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Naphthoxyacetic acid?
The formula is **C₁₂H₁₀O₃** (corrected from C10H7OCH2CO2H) and the molecular weight is **202.21 g/mol**.
How should 2-Naphthoxyacetic acid be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What purity grades are available for this product?
We supply **technical grade (95%+ purity)** and **analytical/pharmaceutical grade (98%+ purity)** upon request.
Can Molekula supply 2-Naphthoxyacetic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (25kg drums, 1MT containers) for industrial and agricultural applications—contact us for pricing.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2-Naphthoxyacetic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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