MCPA or 2-methyl-4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid is a powerful, selective, widely used phenoxy herbicide. The pure compound is a brown-colored powder. ==History== In 1936 investigations began at ICIs Jealott`s Hill research centre into the effects of synthetic hormones on plant growth looking specifically for a way to kill weeds without harming crops ....
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<chemical> 4-chloro-2-methylphenoxyacetic acid. A powerful herbicide used as a selective weed killer. ... Pharmacological action: herbicides. ... Chemical name: Acetic acid, (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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