Forchlorfenuron CAS 68157-60-8

CAS Number

68157-60-8

Grade

Highly Purified

Molecular Formula

C₁₂H₁₀ClN₃O

Molecular Weight

247.68

EU Commodity Code

38220090

Shipping Temp

Blue Ice

Storage Temp

-20°C

1-(2-Chloro-4-pyridyl)-3-phenylurea; 4PU30; CN 11-3138; CPPU; Fulmet; KT 30; N-(2-Chloro-4-pyridyl)-N'-phenylurea; N-Phenyl-N'-(2-chloro-4-pyridyl)urea; SKW 20010; Sitofex; V 3183

Forchlorfenuronis is a diphenylurea-derivative cytokinin. Forchlorfenuronis is used as a plant growth regulator (PGR). Forchlorfenuronis is commonly used in horticulture to stimulate the growth of kiwi fruit and grapes.

Synonyms

1-(2-Chloro-4-pyridyl)-3-phenylurea; 4PU30; CN 11-3138; CPPU; Fulmet; KT 30; N-(2-Chloro-4-pyridyl)-N'-phenylurea; N-Phenyl-N'-(2-chloro-4-pyridyl)urea; SKW 20010; Sitofex; V 3183

CAS No

68157-60-8

Molecular Formula

C₁₂H₁₀ClN₃O

Molecular Weight

247.68

Appearance

White to off-white solid

Purity

≥98%

Melting Point

168-171°C

Solubility

Acetonitrile (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)

Storage and Stability

May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. Amber Vial, Hygroscopic, Under Inert Atmosphere. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.

References

Iwahori, S. et al.: Sci. Horticult., 35, 109 (1988); Peppi, M.C. et al.: Horscience, 43, 173 (2008); Woolley, D. et al.: Acta Horticult., 727, 291 (2005);