2-Naphthoxyacetic acid

White or off-white crystal

Melting point: 155-158℃
Loss on drying: <0.5%
Reside on ignition: <0.2%
Toxicity: Acute oral LD501000 mg/kg in rats. Not poisonous to bees.
Uses: BNOA is a plant growth regulator of naphthalene with auxin biological activity, which is absorbed by leaves and roots. It can promote fruit setting, stimulate fruit enlargement, and overcome hollow fruit; it can also promote plant rooting when used together with rooting agent.