Common name

Abscisic aicd, S-ABA, ABA

CAS#

21293-29-8

Catologue

Plant growth regulator

Physial and chemical properties

• Physical form: white crystalline powder
• Molecular weight: 264.32
• Melting point:  160-162 °C
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in methanol, ethanol, acetone, chloroform, ethyl acetate and chloroform, and difficult to dissolve in ether, benzene.

Mode of Action

• ABA is an effective inhibitor in seed germination, can be used in seed storage
• ABA can promote the accumulation of protein and sugar in fruits;
• ABA can promote fruit set, improve crops and fruits yield;
• ABA can enhance plant drought resistance and salt tolerance;
• ABA is a natural substance existing in plants, it's safe to human and enviroment.

Application

It can be stored at normal temperature for two years. During the preparing process, you can firstly use very little ethanol to dissolve it, and then dilute it to required concentration for applying.