Description

Potassium 2-(4-Chloro-2-Methylphenoxy)Propionate is the potassium salt of a synthetic phenoxyalkanoic acid derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a selective systemic herbicide, offering effective control of broadleaf weeds in various crop systems. It is primarily utilized by agrochemical manufacturers and formulators in the production of post-emergence herbicides for cereals, maize, and other key agricultural markets.

Application

• Active Herbicide Ingredient: Primary use as the active component in selective herbicide formulations for broadleaf weed control.
• Cereal Crop Protection: Formulated for use in wheat, barley, oats, and rye to manage weeds without harming the crop.
• Maize and Corn Herbicides: Key ingredient in post-emergence sprays for weed management in maize fields.
• Turf and Lawn Management: Used in professional turf management products for selective weed control in grasses.
• Industrial Vegetation Control: Component in herbicides for managing unwanted vegetation along railways, roadways, and industrial sites.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of other herbicidal compounds and salt forms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 2-(4-Chloro-2-Methylphenoxy)Propionate
CAS No.	1929-86-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10ClKO3
Molecular Weight	252.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Mecoprop-P Potassium Salt; Potassium Mecoprop-P; Potassium (R)-2-(4-Chloro-o-tolyloxy)propionate; MCPP-P Potassium; (R)-Mecoprop Potassium Salt; Duplosan® KV; Optica® M
EINECS	217-680-8

Quality Control

Our production of Potassium 2-(4-Chloro-2-Methylphenoxy)Propionate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and efficacy. The material is manufactured to meet relevant agrochemical grade specifications, with purity and isomer content as critical quality attributes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, enantiomeric purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the original container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Enantiomeric Purity	≥ 90.0% (R)-isomer
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
pH (1% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0

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