Indole-3-Acetic Acid
Product Details
Indole-3-acetic Acid (CAS#87-51-4) is naturally produced by various fungi, including yeast, Aspergillus niger, and Rhizopus species, 3-Indoleacetic acid is a potent growth promotor for lower plants. This compound is used commercially in horticultural and industrial contexts.
Parameters
Melting point | 165-169 °C (lit.) |
Boiling point | 306.47°C (rough estimate) |
density | 1.1999 (rough estimate) |
bulk density | 620kg/m3 |
refractive index | 1.5460 (estimate) |
Fp | 171°C |
storage temp. | -20°C |
solubility | DMSO:30.0(Max Conc. mg/mL);171.25(Max Conc. mM) |
pka | 4.75(at 25℃) |
form | crystalline |
color | off-white to tan |
Water Solubility | Soluble in ethanol (50 mg/ml), methanol, DMSO, and chloroform (sparingly). Insoluble in water. |
Decomposition | 167 ºC |
Sensitive | Light Sensitive |
Merck | 14,4964 |
BRN | 143358 |
Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Light sensitive. |
LogP | 1.410 |
CAS DataBase Reference | 87-51-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Indole-3-acetic acid(87-51-4) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Indole-3-acetic acid (87-51-4) |
Safety Information
Hazard Codes | Xi |
Risk Statements | 36/37/38 |
Safety Statements | 22-24/25 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | NL3150000 |
F | 8-10-23 |
Hazard Note | Irritant |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29339990 |
Toxicity | LD50 intraperitoneal in mouse: 150mg/kg |
Product Application of Indole-3-Acetic Acid CAS#87-51-4
Indole-3-acetic acid (IAA, CAS#87-51-4) serves roles in both agriculture and research as a natural plant auxin. Its agricultural uses include promoting cutting root growth, preserving flowers and fruits, and regulating plant development. Scientifically, it is employed in tissue culture, plant stress resistance regulation, and physiological studies. Precise concentration control is essential to prevent growth inhibition.
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