roduct Specification: Brassinolide (Brassins) 95% TC

Chemical Name: Brassinolide
Common Name: Brassins
Molecular Formula: C28H48O6
Molecular Weight: 480.68 g/mol
CAS Number: 72962-43-7
Formulation Type: Technical Concentrate (TC)
Purity: ≥95% (by HPLC)

Description:

Brassinolide is a naturally occurring plant steroid hormone belonging to the class of brassinosteroids. It plays a critical role in regulating various physiological processes in plants, including cell elongation, division, vascular differentiation, flowering, and stress resistance. Brassinolide 95% TC is a highly concentrated technical material used in the formulation of agricultural biostimulants and plant growth regulators.

Physical and Chemical Properties:

• Appearance: Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder

• Odor: Odorless

• Melting Point: 270–280°C (decomposes)

• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, methanol, acetone, and DMSO

• Stability: Stable under normal storage conditions. Sensitive to strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizing agents.

Specification Parameters:

• Purity (HPLC): ≥95.0%

• Moisture Content: ≤1.0%

• Loss on Drying: ≤1.0%

• Residue on Ignition: ≤0.5%

• pH (1% solution in ethanol-water): 5.5–7.5

• Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤10 ppm

Applications:

Brassinolide is widely applied in agriculture and horticulture to enhance seed germination, promote root and shoot growth, increase yield, and improve stress tolerance (drought, salinity, temperature). It is used on crops such as rice, wheat, maize, fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals. Application methods include foliar spray, seed soaking, and root drenching.

Packaging and Storage:

• Packaging: 1 kg aluminum foil bag, 25 kg fiber drum

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep away from light, moisture, and extreme temperatures.

• Shelf Life: 2 years if properly stored in original packaging.