Product Description:
2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid is a synthetic auxin widely used as a herbicide.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
94-75-7
SYNONYM:
2,4-D;4-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)acetic acid;Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
FORMULA:
C8H6Cl2O3
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Harmful
CATEGORIES:
Herbicides
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Organic Intermediate
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
White crystalline powder
Boiling Point, °C :
160
Density, g/cm3 :
1.48
Flash Point, °C :
135
Melting point, °C :
140-144
Molecular weight, g/mol :
221.04
Odor :
Odorless
2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid is a systemic herbicide widely used in agriculture and landscaping to control broadleaf weeds. Comprising a dichlorinated phenoxy compound, it effectively mimics plant growth hormones, disrupting normal growth processes in target species while leaving grasses typically unaffected. Its versatile application spans cereal grains, lawns, and pastures, promoting healthy crop yields by selectively targeting unwanted flora. In addition to its efficiency in agricultural settings, 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid is also employed in forestry management and on non-crop land as a tool to maintain clean, weed-free environments. Its effectiveness and reliability make it a staple in weed management solutions around the world.