Description

1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) is a highly effective plant growth regulator widely used in the agricultural and horticultural industries to delay the ripening and senescence of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. With the molecular formula C₄H₆ and CAS number 3100-04-7, this volatile organic compound acts as an ethylene antagonist, binding to ethylene receptors in plants and thereby inhibiting the natural ripening process. Available under commercial names such as SmartFresh and EthylBloc, 1-MCP is formulated for ease of application in controlled environments such as storage facilities, greenhouses, and shipping containers.

Our high-purity 1-Methylcyclopropene is ideal for researchers and scientists studying postharvest physiology, ethylene signaling pathways, and plant hormone interactions. The product is rigorously tested for consistency and efficacy, ensuring reliable results in both academic and industrial applications. Suitable for use with a variety of crops, including apples, bananas, tomatoes, and cut flowers, 1-MCP helps extend shelf life, maintain quality, and reduce postharvest losses.

Packaged in sealed containers to preserve stability, our 1-MCP is accompanied by detailed handling instructions to ensure safe and effective use. Whether for laboratory experiments or large-scale agricultural use, this product offers a proven solution for managing ethylene-related processes in plants.

Properties

• CAS Number: 3100-04-7
• Complexity: 51.1
• IUPAC Name: 1-methylcyclopropene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6/c1-4-2-3-4/h2H,3H2,1H3
• InChI Key: SHDPRTQPPWIEJG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 54.0469501914
• Molecular Formula: C4H6
• Molecular Weight: 54.09
• SMILES: CC1=CC1
• Monoisotopic Mass: 54.0469501914
• Physical Description: Gas;
• Color/Form: Gas
• Synonyms: 1-Methylcyclopropene, 3100-04-7, Cyclopropene, 1-methyl-, EthylBloc, SmartFresh, 1-MCP, 1-methylcycloprop-1-ene, J6UJO23JGU, INVINSA, UNII-J6UJO23JGU, DTXSID2035643, HSDB 7517, CHEBI:132592, 1-METHYLCYCLOPROPENE [MI], EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 224459, MCP cpd, Cyclopropene, 1methyl, Cyclopropene,1-methyl-, DTXCID0015643, USEPA/OPP Pesticide Code: 224459, 608-567-1, inchi=1/c4h6/c1-4-2-3-4/h2h,3h2,1h, shdprtqppwiejg-uhfffaoysa-n, 1-methylecyclopropene, SCHEMBL8758, SCHEMBL75096, SCHEMBL246873, SCHEMBL895220, SCHEMBL2791127, SCHEMBL2911393, BCP29566, AKOS015917408, DB-000435, HY-148295, CS-0618384, NS00005370, Q161651, 1-MCP;Cyclopropene,1-methyl-;Ethylbloc;1-Methylcyclopropene in cyclodextrin

1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) is primarily used to inhibit ethylene action in plants, effectively delaying ripening and senescence in fruits, vegetables, and flowers. It is applied in postharvest storage to extend shelf life and maintain firmness, color, and nutritional quality. Researchers utilize 1-MCP to study ethylene-dependent pathways and develop improved preservation techniques. Commercial growers apply it to crops such as apples, kiwifruit, and cut flowers to enhance marketability. Its gaseous formulation allows for uniform treatment in enclosed spaces like cold storage and shipping containers.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• Not Classified
• Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 56 of 57 companies (only 1.8% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Not Classified

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