Description

2,4-Dichlorophenoxybutyric Acid is a synthetic auxin-type plant growth regulator and a key intermediate in the synthesis of selective herbicides. This compound is valued for its role in the production of advanced agrochemicals that target broadleaf weeds in cereal crops and turf. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the agrochemical industry for formulating post-emergence herbicides, as well as by research institutions studying plant hormone analogs and synthetic pathways.

Application

• Herbicide Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of phenoxybutyric acid-based herbicides, such as 2,4-DB (4-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)butyric acid).
• Agrochemical Formulation: Used in the manufacturing of selective, post-emergence weed control products for crops like soybeans, peanuts, and alfalfa.
• Plant Growth Regulation: Serves as a research chemical for studying auxin activity and developing novel plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block in organic synthesis for creating more complex phenoxy alkanoic acid derivatives.
• Industrial Research & Development: Utilized in R&D labs for method development and analytical standard preparation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichlorophenoxybutyric Acid
CAS No.	94-82-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	249.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)butyric Acid; 2,4-DB Acid; Butyric acid, 4-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-; Butoxone; Embutox; Legumex; 2,4-Dichlorophenoxybutanoic Acid; 4-(2,4-DCPB)A
EINECS	202-366-1

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichlorophenoxybutyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial and synthesis use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	115°C - 119°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.