Molekula
Dicamba (3,6-Dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid)
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Dicamba is a synthetic auxin herbicide used for controlling broadleaf weeds in agriculture. It functions by disrupting plant growth regulation, leading to uncontrolled cell expansion and death. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 1918-00-9, its molecular formula is Cl2C6H2(OCH3)CO2H and molecular weight is 221.04 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Dicamba from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £66.50 per pack ex VAT · £79.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| pH | 1.0 ~ 4.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Assay | ≥97.0% |
| Acetone Insoluble | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Odorless (reference grade) |
| Melting Point | 114.9 °C |
| Density | 1.57 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 8.31 g/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0045 Pa at 25 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 1.97 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.21 |
Source: PubChem CID 3030 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 82510793 |
| CAS Number | 1918-00-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid |
| EC Number | 217-635-6 |
| Molecular Formula | Cl2C6H2(OCH3)CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 221.04 |
| Exact Mass | 219.9694 |
| SMILES | COC1=C(C=CC(=C1C(=O)O)Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | IWEDIXLBFLAXBO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H6Cl2O3/c1-13-7-5(10)3-2-4(9)6(7)8(11)12/h2-3H,1H3,(H,11,12) |
| PubChem CID | 3030 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29189947 |
| Tariff Code | 2918994000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302+332 Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dicamba used for?
Dicamba is a selective systemic herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds in agriculture, particularly in crops like corn and soybeans.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Dicamba?
The formula is Cl2C6H2(OCH3)CO2H with a molecular weight of 221.04 g/mol.
How should Dicamba be stored?
Dicamba should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of Dicamba does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Dicamba in technical grade, suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Dicamba in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Dicamba in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Dicamba order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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