INTRODUCTION

Common Name: α-Naphthaleneacetic acid
Use: To stimulate root formation in cuttings of woody and herbaceous plants, and vines; to prevent premature flower and fruit drop in apples, pears, grapes, guavas, mangoes, water melons, pawpaws, citrus fruits, aubergines, cucumbers, cotton, soya beans, etc,; to improve setting in fruit; as a fruit thinning agent in apples, pears, olives, citrus, and other fruit; and to induce flowering in pineapples.
                                                                                 
Company Name: Penzeal Industry Co., Ltd.
Situation      : Asia
Nationality    : China
Address       : Rm.709 East Block Huatai Zonghe Building, No.76 Xinwen Road, Futian District, Shenzhen, P. R. China
Remarks      : Penzeal Industry Co., Ltd. is a specialized trade company in the field of import & export of agrochemical products. The company possesses very strong networks of relationships, complete techniques and staffing. In respect of products sources, we own a very professional team, whose members have been engaged in purchasing and operation of agrochemical products for more than 10 years. For more, we have established long-term and good co-operation relationship with most outstanding suppliers in China, so we are fully confident to offer products with good quality but low price to our esteemed customers. In terms of shipment, we have very perfect Import & Export service system, and have established good co-operation relationship with many shipping and air companies, so that we can chose the best shipping or air lines for your goods to different countries and areas, of course accordingly we offer a series of service including fast custom declaration and insurance.
                                                                                 
APPLICANT
Name         : Peazeal Industry Co., Ltd.
Address       : Rm.709 East Block Huatai Zonghe Building, No.76 Xinwen Road, Futian District, Shenzhen, P. R. China
Nationality     : China
Tel.           : 86-755-83881096
Authority cert.  : We are registered in the Ministry of Agriculture as an Established Company.
Indentity cert.  : We are registered in the Ministry of Agriculture as an Established Company.
Remarks       : Penzeal Industry Co., Ltd. is a specialized trade company in the field of import & export of agrochemical products. The company possesses very strong networks of relationships, complete techniques and staffing. In respect of products sources, we own a very professional team, whose members have been engaged in purchasing and operation of agrochemical products for more than 10 years. For more, we have established long-term and good co-operation relationship with most outstanding suppliers in China, so we are fully confident to offer products with good quality but low price to our esteemed customers. In terms of shipment, we have very perfect Import & Export service system, and have established good co-operation relationship with many shipping and air companies, so that we can chose the best shipping or air lines for your goods to different countries and areas, of course accordingly we offer a series of service including fast custom declaration and insurance.
Chemistry of The Product
SYNONYMS
Common Name: α-Naphthaleneacetic acid
Code Number: N/A
Trade Name: Alphaset 1% SL
                                                                                 
Initial Regist.: N/A
Chemical Class: Synthetic auxin
Local Synonyms: N/A
                                                                                 
Chemical Name: α-Naphthaleneacetic acid
Source: α-Naphthaleneacetic acid
                                                                                    
Structural Formula:

                                                                                 
Physical and Chemical Properties:
Molecular Weight: 186.2
Physical Form: Crystal
Technical Purity: 98%
Vapour Pressure: N/A
Colour & Odour: Colorless to white, odourless
Density: N/A
Solubility: In water 420 mg/l (20 ºC). In xylene 55, carbon tetrachloride 10.6 (both in g/l, 26 ºC). Readily soluble in alcohols and acetone. Soluble in diethyl ether and chloroform. Alkali-metal and amine salts are readily soluble in water.
Octanol Number : N/A                                          

Type of Formulations And Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS OF FORMULATIONS
Appearance            : Coloueless to slight yellow liquid
Alkalinity or Acidity     : N/A
Suspensibility           : N/A
Emulsification Properties : N/A
Density                : 1.05±0.05
Viscosity               : N/A
Persistent foam                   : N/A
Flash Point             : N/A
Freeze Point            : N/A
Wettability             : N/A.
Particle Size            : N/A
Compatability          : Incompatible with alkaline agrochemicals
Heat Stability          : Qualified in thermal stability at 54oC
Storage Stability        : Qualified in storage stability
Mixing Properties       : N/A
Methods of Analysis     : Analysis by glc of a derivative
Levels of Impurities     : N/A 

Biological Spectrum
Pesticidal efficacy (list of pests):
To stimulate root formation in cuttings of woody and herbaceous plants, and vines; to prevent premature flower and fruit drop in apples, pears, grapes, guavas, mangoes, water melons, pawpaws, citrus fruits, aubergines, cucumbers, cotton, soya beans, etc,; to improve setting in fruit; as a fruit thinning agent in apples, pears, olives, citrus, and other fruit; and to induce flowering in pineapples.
                                                                                    
Mode of action:
Promotes elongation and formation of roots, and acts as a growth inhibitor at higher concentrations.
                                                                                    
Use and Recommendations:

Phytotoxicity:
Phytotoxic to plant at high dosage..

Toxicological Studies
Acute Mammalian Toxicity:

Chronic Toxicity
No chronic toxicity. 

Carcinogenicity (WHO-IARC)
No carcinogenicity.

Delayed neurotoxicity (WHO)
No neurotoxicity.

Hormonal disruption (WHO)
No effect on hormone.

Teratogenicity & Reproduction (WHO)
No teratogenicity or reproductive effect.

Mutagenicity (WHO)
No mutagenicity.

ECOTOXICOLOGY
1- Aquatic Organisms
LD50(96 h) for rainbow trout 57, bluegill sunfish 82 mg a.i./L. LC50 for daphnia (48 h) 360gm/L.

2- Earthworms
No effect on earthworms.

3-Honey bees
Not toxic to bees when used as directed.

4- Birds
Dietary LC50(8 d) for mallard ducks and bobwhite quail >10000 mg/kg diet.

5- Parasites and Predators
No toxicity to parasites or predators.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

Fate in Soil:
Undergoes degradation to 2-naphthol, followed by ring hydroxylation and ring opening.

Effect on microbial Process:
No effect on microorganisms.

Method of Res.Analysis: Titration
                                                                                 

Fate in Plant:
Undergoes degradation to 2-naphthol, followed by ring hydroxylation and ring opening.

Fate in Water:
Undergoes degradation to 2-naphthol, followed by ring hydroxylation and ring opening.

Photo degradation Rate:
No photo degradation.

Rate of hydrolysis at PH levels :
Form salts in alkaline condition.

Methods of analysis: Titration
                                                                                   
Fate in Animal:
Undergoes degradation to 2-naphthol, followed by ring hydroxylation and ring opening. Then eliminate by urine mostly.

SAFETY HANDLING STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

Storage:
Requirements for storage areas and containers
Keep out of the reach of children.
Advice on common storage
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Suitable materials
Rigid material with protection against moisture.

                                                                                 
Shelf Life:
2 years.

                                                                                 
Handling Precautions:
Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash clothing after use. Do not store or consume food, drink, or tobacco in areas where they may become contaminated with this material.
                                                                                  
Containers (Lining):
50mL, 100mL, 200mL, 500mL, 1L, 5L, 25L, PET or HDPE bottle. Or other packing according to requirement.

                                                                                 
Signs and symptoms of Over Exposure:
Dizziness, headache, nausea, abdomen convulsion, vomit, hidrosis, myosis, weep, spit hypersecretion, can cause lethal danger if contact or inhale to much directly.

                                                                                  
Note to Physician:
No special advice. Treat symptomatically.

                                                                                 
FIRST AID:
IF Swallowed:
If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, administer a glass of water, ensure that the victim's airway is open and if symptoms developed, call a physician immediately..
If in eyes: 
Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If on skin or clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF Inhaled
If person is not breathing, call an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice. Take affected person to fresh air.
                                                                                 
ANTIDOTE:
No special antidote.
Administer glasses of water if swallow.

                                                                                 
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