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2,4-D acid
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Chemical name: |
2,4-D acid |
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CAS No.: |
94-75-7
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Empirical formula: |
C8H6Cl2O3
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Structural formula: |
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Molecular mass: |
221.04 |
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Basic chemical and physical data: |
White powder, odorless, 2,4-D technical has phenol odor. Vapor pressure 160℃ (0.05kPa). Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, slightly soluble in oils, soluble in ethanol. Relative density (air = 1) 7.6. 2,4-D is stable, normally it forms salt or ester for usage. 2,4-D sodium salt is white solid, melting point 215 – 216℃, soluble in water. 2,4-D amine salt is soluble in water, but 2,4-D butyl ester is not soluble in water. |
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Usage: |
2,4-D is a selective herbicide. In agriculture it is used as herbicide and also plant growth regulator. |
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Toxicity: |
The oral LD50 of 2,4-D in the rat ranges from 375 to 666 mg/kg; 370 mg/kg in the mouse; and less than 320 to 1000 mg/kg in the guinea pig. The rat and rabbit have dermal LD50 values of 1500 mg/kg and |
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Storage: |
2,4-D shall be stored in a cool, dry and well ventilated place. It should not be stored or transported along with foods. |
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Package: |
25kg fibre drum, or according to the customer’s requirements. |
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Attention: |
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Formulation: |
SL,EC,WP |
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Specification of technical: |
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Appearance: white powder
Content of A.I.: 98% min.
Content of active acid: 96.0% min.
Free phenol: 0.3% max.
Loss on drying: 1.5% max.
Insoluble substance in water: 0.5% max. |
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