TCI N0046 1-Naphthyloxyacetic Acid (CAS 2976-75-2) is an organic compound belonging to the aryloxyacetic acid family, built from a naphthalene core connected to an acetic acid group through an ether bridge. In the laboratory it serves a dual role: as a non-heterocyclic building block for organic synthesis, and as a synthetic plant growth regulator that mimics the action of natural auxins in plant tissue. Researchers use it to prepare stock solutions for tissue culture experiments and fruit development studies, and as a starting material in the synthesis of more complex naphthalene derivatives. Its presence on the reagent shelf allows a single material to serve two lines of work at once — plant physiology and synthetic organic chemistry.
The characteristic that makes this compound a frequent choice is the combination of a stable aromatic core with a reactive carboxylic acid group that is straightforward to modify. The carboxyl function permits the formation of salts, esters, and amides through reactions whose procedures are already well established, while the aryl ether bridge keeps the molecular framework intact throughout those transformations. Its better solubility in polar organic solvents and in dilute alkaline solution, compared with purely hydrocarbon aromatics, simplifies the preparation of working solutions and allows concentration to be adjusted without elaborate handling. Supply from TCI, a manufacturer of fine organic reagents, means the material arrives in a form and packaging suited to repeated analytical and preparative use.
In Indonesian laboratories this compound is typically found in plant physiology and agricultural biotechnology groups at universities and research institutes, as well as in organic chemistry laboratories running synthesis practicals and thesis research. Plant tissue culture facilities keep it alongside other growth regulators for callus induction and rooting experiments. Synthetic chemistry groups draw on it when a naphthalene scaffold bearing a modifiable carboxyl handle is required. A single container therefore supports both teaching activities and ongoing research programmes.
- Plant tissue culture media preparation — the compound functions as a synthetic auxin analogue, so stock solutions can be added to culture media to study callus induction, rooting response, and shoot development under controlled conditions.
- Fruit development and plant physiology studies — because it mimics natural auxin activity in plant tissue, it is applied in experiments examining fruit set, growth response, and hormonal regulation across different treatment concentrations.
- Non-heterocyclic building block in organic synthesis — the naphthalene core with its pendant carboxylic acid provides a stable starting scaffold for constructing more complex naphthalene derivatives in multi-step routes.
- Ester and amide derivative preparation — the carboxylic acid group undergoes well-established esterification and amidation procedures, letting researchers generate derivative libraries without redesigning the underlying reaction conditions.
- Salt formation and solubility modification work — treatment with dilute base converts the acid to its carboxylate salt, which is useful when aqueous working solutions are needed for biological or formulation experiments.
| Brand | TCI |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 2976-75-2 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Chemistry > Building Blocks > Non-Heterocyclic Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | available in standard TCI research packaging; please confirm the pack size required when ordering |
| Physical form | — |
| Storage | keep in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture, in accordance with the manufacturer's label |
- Product code: N0046
Store the container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and sources of moisture, following the storage instruction printed on the manufacturer's label. Keep the material in its original container, or transfer it to clean, chemically compatible glassware with a secure closure; label any transferred portion clearly with the product name and CAS number. Handle the solid in a fume hood or a well-ventilated workspace to avoid generating and inhaling dust. Wear a laboratory coat, safety goggles, and chemically resistant gloves during weighing and solution preparation. Close the container promptly after use to limit moisture uptake, and consult the current Safety Data Sheet from the manufacturer before first use and before disposal of residues or contaminated materials.
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