Mepiquat Chloride

Description

Mepiquat Chloride · CAS 24307-26-4 · C7H16N.Cl. UNII X0S7YUN0EP. Density: Bulk density = 0.421 g/ml; Vapor Pressure: <2.3X10-6 Torr @ 25.3 °C; pH: pH = 6.74.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	24307-26-4
PubChem CID	62781
Molecular formula	C7H16N.Cl
IUPAC name	1,1-dimethylpiperidin-1-ium chloride
UNII (FDA)	X0S7YUN0EP

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	149.66
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	149.0971272
Monoisotopic Mass	149.0971272
Topological Polar Surface Area	0
Heavy Atom Count	9
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	68.5

Physical & Chemical Properties

Density	Bulk density = 0.421 g/ml
Vapor Pressure	<2.3X10-6 Torr @ 25.3 °C
pH	pH = 6.74

Physical description & handling notes

• White solid; [Merck Index] Colorless hygroscopic solid; [HSDB]
• Colorless hygroscopic crystals
• Slightly sweet, musty smell
• >300 °C, with discoloration at about 296 °C
• Solubility in ethanol 162, chloroform 10.5, benzene, ethyl acetate, cyclohexane all <1.0 (all in g/kg at 20 °C)
• Solubility in octanol - 0.95 g/100 ml; water - 52.9 g/100 ml; methanol - 5 g/100 ml

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H301, H332, H412, H302 (100%)

Documented Uses

• Used as plant growth regulator; [Merck Index] Used exclusively on cotton to inhibit synthesis of gibberellic acid, a plant hormone; [Reference #1]
• Major use as a plant growth regulator for cotton.
• Used on cotton to reduce vegetative growth & advance maturation of the bolls: & to inhibit sprouting in onions, garlic, and leeks. Used in combination with ethephon to prevent lodging (by shortening the stem & strengthening the stem wall) in cereals, grass seed crops, & flax.
• ... Produced from N-methylpiperidine and chloromethane.
• Prepn: B. Zeeh et al., DE 2207575; B. Zeeh et al., US 3905798 (1973, 1975 both to BASF).
• 77% of all mepiquat chloride consumed (1993-1995) in the United States was applied in the states of Texas, Mississippi, California, Arkansas, Louisiana and North Carolina.

Synonyms

Mepiquat chloride; 24307-26-4; 1,1-dimethylpiperidin-1-ium chloride; 1,1-DIMETHYLPIPERIDINIUM CHLORIDE; Pix Ultra; BAS-083; BAS 08301W; BAS 083W; N,N-Dimethyl-piperidinium chloride; Bas85559X; BAS 08305 W; BAS 08306 W; BAS 08307 W; DTXSID1024170; X0S7YUN0EP; DTXCID704170

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Mepiquat Chloride?

CAS 24307-26-4; molecular formula C7H16N.Cl; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Mepiquat Chloride known by?

Mepiquat chloride, 24307-26-4, 1,1-dimethylpiperidin-1-ium chloride, 1,1-DIMETHYLPIPERIDINIUM CHLORIDE, Pix Ultra, BAS-083.

Is Mepiquat Chloride classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H301, H332, H412, H302.

What are the key physical properties of Mepiquat Chloride?

Density: Bulk density = 0.421 g/ml; Vapor Pressure: <2.3X10-6 Torr @ 25.3 °C; pH: pH = 6.74.

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