General Information
Revision date
2025-11-21
Product name
2,4-Dichlorophenoxy Acetic Acid
Product Synonyms
2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-acetic acid 2,4-D Diclordon Vidon 638
CAS No.
94-75-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
This product is for research use - Not for human or veterinary diagnostic or therapeutic use
Emergency telephone
+1 (734) 971-3335, 800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Cayman Chemical Co
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H302+H312, H312, H317, H318, H334, H335, H351, H361, H370, H373, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
NFPA Rating Classification of the substance or mixture d ~ GHS08 Health hazard Sensitization - respiratory 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled Carcinogenicity 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer Reproductive toxicity 2 H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Contd. from page 1) Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 1 H370 Causes damage to organs Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) 2 H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure d ~ GHS05 Corrosion Eye damage 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage d ~ GHS09 Environment Aquatic Acute 1 H400 Very toxic to aquatic life Aquatic Chronic 1 H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects d ~ GHS07 Acute toxicity - oral 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed Acute toxicity - dermal 4 H312 Harmful in contact with skin Sensitization - skin 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation
2.2 Label elements
The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms
d ~ d ~ d ~ d ~ GHS05 GHS07 GHS08 GHS09
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302+H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H370 Causes damage to organs. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. (Contd. from page 2) P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection. P301+P312 If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. P302+P352 If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a poison center/doctor. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P321 Specific treatment (see on this label). P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P330 Rinse mouth. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. P391 Collect spillage. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. · Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
Classification system
· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) Health = 3 0 Fire = 0 3 0 Reactivity = 0 · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH *3 Health = *3 FIRE 0 Fire = 0 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0
PBT Substances
Not applicable
vPvB Substances
Not applicable
2.3 Other hazards
There are no adverse physical or health effects known that are not covered by the hazard classes of the Hazard Communications Standard.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
d ~ GHS08 Health hazard Sensitization - respiratory 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. Carcinogenicity 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer. Reproductive toxicity 2 H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. (Contd. from page 1) Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 1 H370 Causes damage to organs. Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) 2 H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. d ~ GHS05 Corrosion Eye damage 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage. d ~ GHS09 Environment Aquatic Acute 1 H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. Aquatic Chronic 1 H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. d ~ GHS07 Acute toxicity - oral 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed. Acute toxicity - dermal 4 H312 Harmful in contact with skin. Sensitization - skin 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.