Ethephon

Basic information

Ethephon 90%TC is white crystalline solid, melting point is 72 ℃, soluble in ethanol, methanol, acetone, ethyl acetate, and other polar organic solvents. When pH<3.5, the aqueous solution is stable and hydrolyzes to release ethylene as the pH increases.

Common Name: Ethephon

Chemical Name: 2-Chloroethyl phosphoric acid

CAS NO. ：16672-87-0

EINECS NO.：240-718-3

Molecular Formula: C2H6ClO3P
Molecular weight: 144.5

Structure:     

Function

Ethephon can enhance the ability of ribonucleic acid synthesis in cells and promotes protein synthesis by releasing ethylene.

Ethephon enters into plant through the leaves, bark, fruits or seeds, and then conducts to the functional parts. It can:

1. promote the formation of adventitious roots;
2. make the stems thick, dwarf the plants;
3. relieve dormancy;
4. induce flowering;
5. control the sex differentiation of flower organs;
6. accelerate fruit ripening;
7. promote senescence and shedding.

Applications

Precautions for storage and transportation

1) Ethephon is acidic, cannot be diluted with strong alkaline solution.

2)Better use above 20℃ temperature.

3) If it rains within 6 hours after use, it should be properly sprayed again.

Dosage

Specifications

Ethephon 480g/L SL

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