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CAS 2976-75-2

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Naphthoxyacetic acid

Description:
Naphthoxyacetic acid, with the CAS number 2976-75-2, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of auxins, which are plant hormones that regulate growth and development. It is characterized by its naphthalene ring structure, which is substituted with an ether group and a carboxylic acid functional group. This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Naphthoxyacetic acid is known for its role in promoting cell elongation and division in plants, making it useful in agricultural applications as a growth regulator. Its mechanism of action involves influencing various physiological processes, including root formation and fruit development. Additionally, it may exhibit herbicidal properties at certain concentrations. Safety data indicates that, like many chemical substances, it should be handled with care, following appropriate safety guidelines to minimize exposure and environmental impact.
Formula:C12H10O3
InChI:InChI=1S/C12H10O3/c13-12(14)8-15-11-7-3-5-9-4-1-2-6-10(9)11/h1-7H,8H2,(H,13,14)
InChI key:InChIKey=GHRYSOFWKRRLMI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O(CC(O)=O)C=1C2=C(C=CC1)C=CC=C2
Synonyms:
  • (Naphthalen-1-Yloxy)Acetate
  • 1-Naphthalenyloxyacetic acid
  • 1-Naphthoxyacetic acid
  • 2-(1-Naphthalenyloxy)acetic acid
  • 2-(1-Naphthoxy)acetic acid
  • 2-(1-Naphthyloxy)acetic acid
  • 2-[(Naphthalen-1-yl)oxy]acetic acid
  • Acetic acid, (1-naphthalenyloxy)-
  • Acetic acid, (1-naphthyloxy)-
  • Acetic acid, 1-naphthoxy-
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