Conveys the results of the scientific examination of the chemical 2,4-Dichlorophenol by the Advisory Committee on Existing Chemicals of Environmental Relevance (BUA), whose aim is to seek appropriate solutions to any hazards that might be intrinsic to the use of this substance.

Summary and conclusions
recommendations
2,4-Dichlorophenol
chemistry of the substance
physical properties
analytical methods
discharge to the environment
behaviour in the environment
ecotoxicity
toxicity to mammals
substance-specific legal regulations.