2,4-D Butoxyethyl Ester (2,4-D BEE)
Butoxyethyl ester of 2,4-D used in low-volatility herbicide formulations for pasture and rangeland weed control. Falls under HTS 2918.99.2010 as an ester of the specified aromatic acid per chapter note (A) on ester classification. Provides effective control of thistles and brush species.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If emulsifiable concentrate with >50% 2,4-D ester
Ready-to-use EC formulations containing 2,4-D esters classified as pesticide goods rather than pure esters.
If other pesticide aromatic acids/esters not specifically 2,4-D
Adjacent statistical suffix for similar phenoxy herbicide chemicals like MCPA esters.
If ether function considered dominant over carboxylic ester
Butoxyethyl chain could lead to misclassification under ether-alcohol derivatives if acid function overlooked.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify ester purity >95% with GC-MS analysis; obtain FIFRA import alerts clearance
• Package in UN-approved 5H1 drums with child-resistant closures
• Pitfall: volatility testing required for aerial application formulations
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2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic Acid (2,4-D) Technical Grade
Pure 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid in technical grade form, a synthetic auxin herbicide used for broadleaf weed control in agriculture. It falls under HTS 2918.99.2010 as an aromatic carboxylic acid with additional oxygen function, specifically listed as 2,4-D acid. This chemical is the active ingredient in many herbicide formulations for crops like corn and wheat.
Dimethylamine Salt of 2,4-D (DMA 2,4-D)
The dimethylamine salt form of 2,4-D, commonly used in liquid herbicide formulations for weed control in turf and agriculture. Classified under HTS 2918.99.2010 per chapter note on salts of organic compounds staying with the parent acid. This water-soluble salt provides systemic action against broadleaf weeds.
2,4-D Sodium Salt
Water-soluble sodium salt of 2,4-D used in aquatic herbicide applications and dry flowable formulations. HTS 2918.99.2010 classification follows chapter note (C)(1) for inorganic salts of organic acids. Effective for controlling submerged weeds in ponds and irrigation canals.
2,4-D Isopropyl Ester
Isopropyl ester of 2,4-D providing volatility for small grain weed control applications. Specifically listed under HTS 2918.99.2010 with esters classified by parent acid per chapter notes. Used where rapid foliar penetration is needed.
2,4-D Choline Salt
Choline salt of 2,4-D, a reduced-volatility formulation approved for dicamba tank mixes in soybeans. HTS 2918.99.2010 per salt classification rules with organic base. Minimizes physical compatibility issues with glyphosate.
2,4-D 2-Ethylhexyl Ester
Low-volatility 2-ethylhexyl ester of 2,4-D for turf and forestry applications. Classified HTS 2918.99.2010 as aromatic pesticide ester. Provides season-long control of woody species.