Ethephon Plant Growth Regulator
PGR Ethylene
Plant Growth Regulators

Ethephon

Professional-grade ethylene-releasing compound designed for precise growth regulation and harvest management. Delivers controlled fruit ripening and flower initiation with excellent timing consistency for commercial agricultural operations.

  • Controlled Fruit Ripening
  • Flower Initiation
  • Harvest Management
  • Ethylene Release Control
  • Commercial Applications
  • Professional Grade Quality
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: C₂H₆ClO₄P
CAS Number: 16672-87-0
EINECS Number: 240-718-3
Purity (Assay): ≥95% (Technical Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Molecular Weight: 144.49 g/mol
Melting Point: 74-75°C
Water Solubility: 722 g/L at 20°C
pH (1% solution): 0.9-1.3
Storage Temperature: 2-8°C (refrigerated)
Stability: Stable under recommended conditions
Packaging Options: 25kg drums, 200kg drums

Applications

Fruit Ripening Acceleration
Harvest Timing Control
Defoliation Programs
Plant Growth Regulation
Grape Production Enhancement
Cotton Defoliation
Ornamental Plant Care
Flower Production
Root Crop Management
Cereal Crop Applications
Vegetable Production
Professional Agriculture

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Ethephon grades tailored for specific agricultural requirements, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across diverse crop management applications.

Technical Grade
Purity: ≥95% Water Content: ≤0.5% pH: 0.9-1.3 Application: Commercial agriculture
Premium Grade
Purity: ≥98% Impurities: ≤2% Stability: Enhanced Application: High-value crops
Organic Compatible
Purity: ≥96% Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm Residues: Minimal Application: Organic farming systems
Research Grade
Purity: ≥99% Analysis: Complete COA Traceability: Full documentation Application: R&D, trials

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Ethephon is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international agricultural standards including FAO, EPA, and regulatory specifications. Our technical-grade production ensures consistent performance and regulatory compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
FAO/WHO Specifications
≥95% Technical Grade Purity
Advanced Quality Testing
Crop Safety Validated
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Complete Certificate of Analysis
Cold-Chain Distribution

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Ethephon exhibits exceptional plant growth regulator properties essential for ethylene release and crop maturation control. Its unique phosphonic acid structure and precise molecular design ensure reliable performance in demanding agricultural applications and plant development systems.

Chemical Properties
Solubility (Water): Completely miscible
Ethylene Release: pH and temperature dependent
Log Kow: -3.89 (highly hydrophilic)
Molecular Weight: 144.0 g/mol
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 74.5-75°C
Bulk Density: 0.9-1.1 g/cm³
Appearance: White crystalline solid
Hygroscopicity: Highly hygroscopic
Plant Growth Regulation
Ethylene Production: Slow release at pH >4
Plant Uptake: Rapid systemic absorption
Translocation: Phloem and xylem mobile
Activity Duration: 2-4 weeks effective period
Purity Specifications
Active Ingredient: ≥95.0% technical grade
Related Compounds: ≤3.0% total
Water Content: ≤2.0%
pH (10% solution): 1.5-2.5
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (original container)
Photostability: Stable under normal light
pH Stability: Stable at acidic pH
Thermal Stability: Stable up to 60°C

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Ethephon superiority in plant growth regulation with exceptional ethylene release control, crop development enhancement, and agricultural productivity across diverse plant species and growing conditions.

Growth Regulation Efficacy

Response Rate: 90-98% plant response

Superior growth regulation activity
Maturation Control

Timing: Accelerated fruit ripening

Precise harvest timing control
Ethylene Production

Release: Controlled ethylene generation

Predictable ethylene release
Temperature Response

Activity: Enhanced at higher temperatures

Temperature-dependent activation
pH Sensitivity

Activation: Increased at alkaline pH

pH-controlled ethylene release
Crop Quality

Enhancement: Improved uniformity

Enhanced crop quality and yield

Safety Information

May cause skin and eye irritation due to acidic nature. Avoid inhalation of dust and ensure adequate ventilation during handling. Handle with appropriate protective equipment including gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing. Store away from alkaline materials to prevent ethylene generation.

Irritant
Acidic
Handle with Care

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry area away from alkaline materials and moisture. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from humidity. Maintain ambient temperature below 25°C and avoid storage near bases or alkaline compounds.

Cool storage (below 25°C)
Protect from moisture
Away from alkaline materials
Original containers only

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Ethephon exhibits plant growth regulator mechanisms through ethylene release and hormone activation, enabling controlled fruit ripening, flower induction, and physiological maturity enhancement across diverse agricultural crops.

Ethylene Release

Decomposes at physiological pH to release ethylene gas

Triggers natural plant hormone responses
Hormone Activation

Stimulates ethylene-responsive gene expression pathways

Initiates ripening and senescence processes
Cellular Response

Activates enzymes involved in fruit softening and color development

Coordinates uniform ripening and maturity
Systemic Activity

Translocates through plant vascular system

Provides whole-plant physiological effects

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global agricultural access with complete documentation packages supporting international plant growth regulator standards and food safety requirements.

EPA Registration

United States Environmental Protection Agency approval for agricultural use

EU PPP Regulation

European Union Plant Protection Products regulation compliance

FAO Standards

Food and Agriculture Organization plant growth regulator guidelines

Global MRL Standards

Maximum Residue Limit compliance for international trade

Food Safety

Pre-harvest interval and food safety documentation

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's plant physiology team provides comprehensive growth regulation support, maturity timing optimization, and crop quality enhancement services to maximize ethephon effectiveness in your specific production systems.

Maturity Assessment
  • Comprehensive fruit maturity evaluation
  • Ripening stage monitoring protocols
  • Quality parameter optimization
  • Custom application timing strategies
Technical Services
  • Ethylene response analysis
  • Physiological stage assessment
  • Crop-specific rate determination
  • Environmental condition optimization
Application Support
  • Spray application optimization
  • Equipment calibration guidance
  • Coverage assessment protocols
  • Residue management assistance
Supply Solutions
  • Harvest timing coordination
  • Emergency supply arrangements
  • Custom concentration services
  • Regional distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our ethephon production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable manufacturing practices, natural hormone pathways, and comprehensive environmental impact management for sustainable crop production.

Natural Process

Mimics natural ethylene hormone pathways

Water Safety

Minimal environmental persistence with rapid breakdown

Clean Production

Energy-efficient synthesis with emission controls

Non-Target Safety

Minimal impact on non-target organisms

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified production

Biodegradation

Rapid environmental breakdown to natural compounds

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art plant growth regulator manufacturing facility employs advanced synthesis technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent ethephon quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced synthesis with controlled purity and stability

High-quality growth regulator manufacturing
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analysis including active content, pH stability, and bioactivity testing

HPLC verification and plant response bioassay
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with growth regulator compliance

Stability monitoring and shelf-life validation
Packaging Control

pH-stable packaging with contamination prevention

Maintains product activity and efficacy

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive field trial data demonstrating ethephon effectiveness across diverse crop production systems with quantified performance metrics and quality enhancement validations.

Fruit Crops
Ripening Uniformity: 80-95% synchronization Quality Enhancement: Improved color and texture Harvest Efficiency: 30-50% reduction in picks
Field Crops
Maturity Acceleration: 7-14 days earlier harvest Yield Optimization: Enhanced crop uniformity Quality Improvement: Better grain/fiber quality
Commercial Production
Labor Efficiency: Reduced harvest labor costs Market Timing: Optimal harvest window management Economic Return: 15-25% increased profitability

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Performance

Consistently exceeds industry standards with exceptional ethylene release and physiological response

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed seasonal availability with strategic inventory management and harvest timing coordination

Technical Expertise

Dedicated plant physiology team provides maturity timing and quality optimization support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive quality control with stability validation and food safety compliance

Global Standards

International compliance with EPA, EU, and FAO plant growth regulator standards

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with agricultural producers and harvest management solution development