2,4-D is a selective, systemic herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds in a variety of crops, turf, and aquatic environments. It works by mimicking the plant growth hormone auxin, which causes uncontrolled growth and eventually leads to the death of susceptible plants. Available in different formulations like amine salts and esters, 2,4-D is applied as a spray and is not effective against grasses.
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Growth mimicry:
2,4-D is a synthetic plant hormone that disrupts the normal growth process of broadleaf plants.
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Uncontrolled growth:
It causes a massive, uncontrolled increase in cell division, leading to stem and leaf twisting, and abnormal growth.
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Plant death:
This process ultimately results in the death of the weed, often within 48 hours, as the plant’s cell membranes are damaged.
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Selective action:
It is selective, meaning it kills broadleaf weeds without harming grasses like corn or wheat.
- Amine salts: Are water-soluble and absorbed by plant roots and foliage.
- Esters: Are oil-based and penetrate foliage more easily. Some ester formulations can be more volatile and more toxic to aquatic life.
- Control of annual and perennial broadleaf weeds.
- Used in agriculture, forestry, and aquatic weed management.
- Can be used in a variety of crops, including sugarcane, wheat, maize, and potato.
- Used on turf and lawns.
- The U.S. EPA has concluded that the data is not sufficient to establish a cause-and-effect relationship between 2,4-D exposure and cancer, though its carcinogenicity classification has varied over time.
- Commercial formulations can be irritating to the eyes and skin.
- Ester forms can be highly toxic to fish and other aquatic life.
- The human body eliminates most absorbed 2,4-D in the urine within a few days.
- The toxicity depends on the specific chemical form (e.g., salt or ester) and concentration.
| SIZE | 1LITER, 400ML |
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