Description

2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid is a synthetic auxin and a key active ingredient in the phenoxy herbicide family. This compound is critical for the selective control of broadleaf weeds in agriculture, turf management, and non-crop areas. It is an essential raw material for agrochemical manufacturers, research institutions, and formulators developing effective plant growth regulators and herbicide solutions.

Application

• Selective Herbicide Formulation: Primary active ingredient in post-emergence herbicides for controlling broadleaf weeds in cereal crops (e.g., wheat, corn, rice), pastures, and turf.
• Agricultural Research & Development: Used as a standard and reference compound in phytotoxicity studies, plant hormone research, and the development of new agrochemicals.
• Non-Crop Vegetation Management: Employed in forestry, along rights-of-way (railroads, utilities), and in industrial sites for brush and weed control.
• Plant Growth Regulation: Utilized in specific horticultural and physiological applications to study and influence plant development processes.
• Defoliant Agent: Applied in certain agricultural systems to facilitate harvest by inducing leaf drop.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid
CAS No.	94-75-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	221.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-D; 2,4-D Acid; (2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)acetic Acid; Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid; Weedone; Hedonal; Trinoxol; Esteron; Fernesta; Agrotect; Chloroxone; Dacamine
EINECS	202-361-1

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for agrochemical synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	138°C - 142°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.