Technical Data

012522
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
Forchlorfenuron
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.

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.

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);
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