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2-Methyl-4-Chlorophenoxyacetic Acid

MCPA (2-methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid) is a selective systemic herbicide of the phenoxyacetic acid family, used to control broadleaf weeds in cereal crops, grasslands, and turf. It acts as a synthetic auxin, disrupting plant hormone balance and causing abnormal growth and death in susceptible broadleaf plants while…

94-74-6
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CAS No.94-74-6
FormulaC9H9ClO3
SynonymsAcetic acid, (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)-; metaxon; Agroxone; Chiptox; Agroxon; Expand

Product overview & key benefits

MCPA (2-methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid) is a selective systemic herbicide of the phenoxyacetic acid family, used to control broadleaf weeds in cereal crops, grasslands, and turf. It acts as a synthetic auxin, disrupting plant hormone balance and causing abnormal growth and death in susceptible broadleaf plants while leaving grasses unaffected. SUNCHEM supports international buyers with 2-Methyl-4-Chlorophenoxyacetic Acid sourcing from qualified Chinese producers, with quality documentation, export coordination, and logistics support.

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Technical specifications

PropertyReference value
Density1.313 g/cm3
Boiling Point327ºC at 760 mmHg
Melting Point114-118ºC
Flash Point151.6ºC
Storage ConditionAPPROX 4ºC
Pka3.14±0.10(Predicted)
FormSolid
Merck14,5764

Existing product reference data. Predicted values are identified in the table; Confirm the specification of the offered grade before ordering.

Applications

Selective broadleaf herbicide in cereal crops
Grassland and turf weed control
Post-emergent herbicide for wheat, barley, and oats
Weed control in rice paddies
Herbicide salt and ester synthesis
Agrochemical formulation active ingredient
Mixed herbicide program component

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