2,4-D is a widely used herbicide that controls broadleaf weeds that has been used as a pesticide since the 1940s. It is used in many places including turf, lawns, rights-of-way, aquatic sites, forestry sites, and a variety of field, fruit and vegetable crops. It may also be used to regulate the growth of citrus plants. Products are sold in liquid (concentrated or ready-to-use), dust, or granule formulations.
2, 4-D Amine Salt is used on a wide variety of terrestrial and aquatic broadleaf weeds. It has little effect on grasses. It belongs to the family of phenoxy-carboxylic acid.