2,4-D 2-Ethyl Hexyl Ester is soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether and can melt at a temperature range varying from 136°C to 140°C. The Ethyl Hexyl Ester is used in preparation of EC formulations for controlling broad leaf, annual and perennial weeds in cultivation. Ethyl Hexyl Ester consists of 94% ester content and is also known as 2-ethylhexyl 2,4 dichlorophenoxyacetate. 2,4-D 2-Ethyl Hexyl Ester is offered in clear brown liquid form with slight phenolic odour.