Overview
CytoLyva’s Indole-3-Butyric Acid (IBA) Solution, 1% (w/v), Non-Sterile is a high-quality, ready-to-use auxin formulation developed for reliable root induction and plant research applications.
Designed for laboratories requiring precision, reproducibility, and operational efficiency, this non-sterile liquid formulation eliminates preparation steps while ensuring consistent biological activity across experiments.
Product Description
Indole-3-Butyric Acid (IBA) is a well-established plant growth regulator (auxin) widely used to stimulate adventitious root formation in plant propagation systems.
This formulation is supplied as a 1% (w/v) non-sterile solution, enabling direct use in protocols without the need for dissolution or complex preparation steps. The controlled formulation ensures uniform concentration, stability, and performance, making it suitable for routine laboratory applications and plant biology workflows.
Key Features
Ready-to-use liquid format – eliminates preparation errors and reduces handling time
Non-sterile formulation – suitable for general laboratory use where sterile conditions are not required
Consistent auxin activity – ensures reproducible root induction across experiments
High-purity formulation – minimizes variability and unwanted side effects
Flexible workflow integration – can be directly added to media or treatment solutions
Applications
This product is suitable for a wide range of applications in plant sciences and biotechnology:
- Plant tissue culture and micropropagation
- Root induction in cuttings and explants
- Clonal propagation protocols
- Plant physiology and hormone response studies
- Research applications in agriculture and horticulture
- In vitro plant regeneration protocols
Technical Specifications
Product Name: Indole-3-Butyric Acid (IBA) Solution
Concentration: 1% (w/v)
Format: Liquid
Sterility: Non-Sterile
Volume: 100 mL
Reference: CTLV-0109-01
Storage Conditions: 2–8 °C
Intended Use: Research use only
Performance & Use
IBA promotes the formation of root primordia and supports cellular differentiation in plant tissues.
Its effectiveness depends on plant species, tissue type, and exposure conditions. The ready-to-use format allows flexible application across different protocols, including:
- Direct addition to culture media
- Surface treatment of cuttings
- Dilution to adjust working concentrations
Users may optimize final concentrations depending on experimental design and plant sensitivity.
Handling & Storage
- Store at 2–8 °C
- Protect from prolonged exposure to light
- Do not freeze unless validated in protocol
- Use standard laboratory handling procedures
Quality Assurance
Each batch is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure:
- Stable and consistent concentration
- Reliable biological performance
- Reproducibility between batches
Intended Use
For research and laboratory use in plant tissue culture and plant biology only.
Not intended for field application, environmental use, or crop protection purposes.