Common Name

2,4-D Acid

Chemical Name

2,4 – Dichloro Phenoxy Acetic Acid

Molecular Formula

C8H6O3Cl2

Molecular Weight

221

Acid Content (calculated as 2,4 – D)

97% Min.

Physical Appearance

White to brown crystals, granules, flakes, powder or lumps with slight phenolic odour.

Melting Point

136°C to 140°C

Loss on Drying (at 105oC)

0.5% Max.

Free Phenol as 2,4 – D Dichloro Phenol

0.3% Max.

Material insoluble in Triethanol Amine

0.1% Max.

Sulphated Ash

0.5% Max.

Uses

2,4-D Acid is used for the manufacture of 2,4-D based salts and esters.