Versatile Ethephon 40% as Plant Growth Regulator for Cotton Boll Opening and Pineapple Flower Induction

Product Description

Product Description

UNLOCK FASTER RIPENING & HIGHER YIELDS WITH ETHEPHON 40% AS
 
Ethephon 40% AS is a highly effective, systemic plant growth regulator designed to accelerate fruit ripening, enhance crop uniformity, and optimize harvest timing. 
 
As a proven ethylene-releasing agent, this versatile agrochemical penetrates plant tissues and converts into ethylene—a natural hormone that regulates key growth processes. 
 
Whether you're managing apples, tomatoes, cotton, pineapples, or rubber trees, Ethephon 40% AS delivers consistent results with excellent water solubility and broad compatibility with other crop protection products. 
 
Its non-flammable, colorless liquid formulation ensures safe handling and a 2-year shelf life, making it a trusted solution for professional growers seeking improved crop management and maximized productivity.

Specification

Category	Plant Growth Regulator
Active Ingredient	Ethephon/Ethylene 40% (w/v)
Appearance	Colorless liquid
CAS Number	16672-87-0
EINECS Number	240-718-3
Molecular Formula	C2H6CIO3P
Molecular Weight	144.49 g/mol
Density	1.28-1.30 g/cm³ (20°C)
Chemical Name	2-Chloroethylphosphonic acid
Flash Point	>100°C (Non-flammable)
Solubility	Freely soluble in water, ethanol; Slightly soluble in benzene
Shelf Life	2 years (in original packaging)
Other Names	Ethrel;Florel;Cerone;Finish;Terpal;Prep;Super Boll;Arvest;CottonQuik;Etheverse
Target Object	promote pre-harvest ripening in apples, tomatoes, coffee, and others, and post-harvest ripening in bananas and mangoes. It aids harvesting by loosening fruits like cherries and apples, prevents lodging in cereals, and improves yields in cotton, cucumbers, and walnuts. It also induces flowering in pineapples and bromeliads, stimulates latex in rubber trees, and enhances sturdiness in onion seed crops.
Mode of Action	Plant growth regulator with systemic properties. Penetrates into the plant tissues, and is decomposed to ethylene, which affects the growth processes
Synergistic Blending Guide	Ethephon + Mepiquat chloride, Ethephon + Chlormequat chloride, Ethephon + Cyclanilide, Ethephon + Urea sulfate, Ethephon + Imazaquin-ammonium, Ethephon + 6-BA, Ethephon + Gibberellic acid (GA3), Ethephon + Azoxystrobin
Core Principle of Blending	Ethylene release synergy + Growth regulation precision + Stress resistance enhancement

Product Form	Concentration	Application Method	Target Use	Recommended Mix Partners
Soluble Liquid	Ethephon 30% SL,Ethephon 40% SL,Ethephon 54% SL,Ethephon 27% + Diethyl aminoethyl hexanoate 3% SL,Ethephon 29.5% +6-benzylamino-purine 0.5% SL,Ethephon 28% + Chlormequat15% SL	Foliar Spray	Promote fruit ripening (e.g., tomato, apple); stimulate latex flow inrubber; inhibit lodging in cereals	Mepiquat chloride 50% SL (1:4), Chlormequat chloride 50% SL (1:5)Cyclanilide 50% SL (1:6), Gibberellic acid 90% SP (1:100)
Aqueous Solution	Ethephon 40% AS,Ethephon 9.5% + 1-naphthyl acetic acid0.5% AS,Ethephon 40% + oxyenadenine 0.3mg/ml AS	Foliar Spray; Dip treatment	Accelerate fruit ripening (banana, mango); induce flowering inpineapple; enhance fruit abscission	Imazaquin-ammonium 15% AS (1:5),6-BA 2% AS (1:200), Ethephon40% AS + Azoxystrobin 25% SC (Tank-mix, 1:1)
Paste	Ethephon 1% PA,Ethephon 2.5% PA,Ethephon 5% PA	Smearing/Spot application	Stimulate latex flow in rubber trees, treat localised fruit ripening,control tree bark diseases	Copper hydroxide 50% PA (1:3), Kasugamycin 5% PA (1:4)
Soluble Powder	Ethephon 10% SP,Ethephon 20% SP,Ethephon 85% SP	Foliar Spray (after dissolution); Seed treatment	Promote uniform ripening in crops; increase female flowers incucumbers; reduce lodging in maize	Mepiquat chloride 70% SP (1:4),Chlormequat chloride 80% SP (1:5),1-Naphthylacetic acid 10% SP (1:10)
Dustable Powder	Ethephon 20% DP	Dusting	Promote fruit ripening in small plots; induce flowering in ornamentalplants	Thiram 30% DP (1:2), Zinc sulphate 80% DP (1:3)
Technical Concentrate	Ethephon 75% TK	For further formulation	Intermediate for manufacturing end-use products	Mepiquat chloride 95% TC (1:3), Chlormequat chloride 96% TC (1:4)
Technical Material	Ethephon 85% TC, Ethephon 90% TC	Formulation intermediate	Manufacturing of end-use products	2,4-D acid 96% TC (1:3),MCPA acid 95% TC (1:4),Gibberellic acid 90%TC (1:5)

Detailed Pictures

FAST-ACTING ETHYLENE RELEASE 
 
Rapidly penetrates plant tissues and decomposes into ethylene, triggering natural ripening and abscission processes for timely, uniform harvests.

BROAD-SPECTRUM CROP COMPATIBILITY 
 
Effectively works on a wide range of cro,ps including fruits, vegetables, cereals, cotton, and ornamentals—offering unmatched versatility for diverse farming operations.

EXCELLENT SOLUBILITY & MIXABILITY 
 
Freely soluble in water and ethanol, allowing seamless integration into existing spray programs and easy tank-mixing with other agrochemicals.

Application Scenarios

FAQ

1. Q: What is the main function of Ethephon 40%?
A: Ethephon 40% is a plant growth regulator that releases ethylene inside the plant. It is primarily used to uniformly ripen fruits (like pineapples, tomatoes, coffee), promote fruit abscission for easier harvesting (in cotton, walnuts), induce flowering, and control plant height in cereals.

2. Q: Is this product effective in the variable climates of our regions, from hot deserts to high altitudes?
A: Yes. Ethephon's activity is influenced by temperature and plant metabolism. We provide specific application timing and dosage recommendations tailored to local climate patterns to ensure reliable and effective results across diverse environments.

3. Q: Can it be used on our key crops, such as cotton, coffee, or cereals?
A: Absolutely. It is highly effective for:

Cotton: Promotes boll opening for a synchronized, efficient harvest.
Coffee & Fruits: Induces uniform ripening, improving yield quality for processing.
Cereals (e.g., wheat): Can be used as a growth regulator to prevent lodging.
Sugarcane: Enhances sucrose accumulation before harvest.

4. Q: How fast does it work, and what is the pre-harvest interval (PHI)?
A: Effects typically become visible within 4-7 days after application. The PHI varies by crop (often 7-14 days). It is crucial to follow the specific label instructions for each crop and region to ensure crop safety and residue compliance.

5. Q: Is it safe to mix with other sprays?
A: It can be mixed with many commonly used contact pesticides and fungicides. However, it is not compatible with strong alkaline substances (like Bordeaux mixture). We strongly advise conducting a small jar compatibility test before large-scale tank mixing.

6. Q: What specific application advice do you offer for our local conditions?
A: We provide expert agronomic support tailored to regional crops, growth stages, and climate challenges. Contact our technical team for detailed guidance on dosage, timing, and water quality to maximize results and return on investment in your specific area.