2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
- CAS Number
- 94-75-7
- HSN Code
- 29189900
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6Cl2O3
- Catalogue Number
- AL1726
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 221.04 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
2,4-D is a chlorophenoxyacetic acid that is phenoxyacetic acid in which the ring hydrogens at postions 2 and 4 are substituted by chlorines. It has a role as a defoliant, a synthetic auxin, an agrochemical, a phenoxy herbicide, an EC 1.1.1.25 (shikimate dehydrogenase) inhibitor and an environmental contaminant.
Also known as 2,4-D, 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1726
- CAS Number
- 94-75-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H6Cl2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 221.04 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29189900
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 138 °C; Boiling point: BP: 160 °C at 4 mm Hg; Density: 1.42 at 25 °C; Solubility: Needles from alcohol. Solubility in water: 3.5% 2,4-D, sodium salt.
- Appearance
- White to yellow crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm plastic bottle, 250 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL1726
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 94-75-7
- EC Number
- 202-361-1
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 607-028-00-1
- Chemical Formula
- C8H6Cl2O3
- HSN Code
- 29189900
- Synonyms
- 2,4-D, 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Herbicide, reference standard
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Dam. 1; STOT SE 3; Aquatic Chronic 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 1486 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Irritant
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
- CAS No.
- 94-75-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of the respiratory tract, skin, and eyes; nausea if ingested.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride gas.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use personal protective equipment as required.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use a respirator if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to tan
- Odour
- Oodorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 138 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- BP: 160 °C at 4 mm Hg
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 1.40X10-7 mm Hg at 20 °C (1.86X10-2 mPa at 25 °C)
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 7.63 - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
- Density
- 1.42 at 25 °C
- Solubility
- Needles from alcohol. Solubility in water: 3.5% 2,4-D, sodium salt
- Log Pow
- log Kow= 2.81
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including hydrogen chloride. Reacts with strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of chlorides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat Fischer-344 male oral 443 mgkg (95% confidence limits 270-1103 mgkg) (2,4-D acid in corn oil).; LD50 Mouse ingestion 521 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit skin 1400 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 3077
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 3077
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 3077
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 3077
- UN-No. (RID)
- 3077
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 9
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a reference standard in herbicide-residue analysis and agrochemical formulation research. It is also utilized in agricultural practices for weed control.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0612A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 221.04 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water | Slightly soluble |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. 138 °C; b.p. BP: 160 °C at 4 mm Hg | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Needles from alcohol. Solubility in water: 3.5% 2,4-D, sodium salt |
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