Description

Sodium 2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetate is the sodium salt of the phenoxy herbicide 2,4,5-T, a compound historically significant in agricultural science. This product matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of specialized agrochemicals and for research into plant growth regulators. It is primarily needed by manufacturers of crop protection products, industrial chemical synthesis facilities, and research institutions studying herbicide mechanisms and environmental fate.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of ester formulations of the herbicide 2,4,5-T.
• Plant Growth Regulator Research: Used in scientific studies to investigate the effects and pathways of synthetic auxin-type herbicides.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating other chlorinated phenoxy compounds in industrial chemistry.
• Historical Formulation Studies: Employed in controlled research analyzing the properties and degradation of legacy herbicide components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetate
CAS No.	13560-99-1
Molecular Formula	C8H4Cl3NaO3
Molecular Weight	285.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,5-T Sodium Salt; Sodium (2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxy)acetate; 2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetic Acid Sodium Salt; Fenoprop Sodium Salt; 2,4,5-TP Sodium Salt; NSC 163049; Silvex Sodium Salt; Acetic Acid, (2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxy)-, Sodium Salt
EINECS	236-969-7

Quality Control

Our Sodium 2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetate is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, related substances, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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