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6. 2,4-D is still available and still used in agriculture.

Bush era EPA ruled 2,4-D safe when properly used. 2,4-D is common in selective weed-killer for DYI home lawn management, and how often it isn't 'properly used' is an open question.

Dioxins produced as a side product while making the other component (2,4,5T) of AO get a lot of the blame for illnesses associated with AO. 2,4,5T now known to be a persistent carcinogen was eliminated for use in US agriculture in the 80's.

Although AO usually brings to mind Vietnam/Operation Ranchhand, the military did use these herbicides in many places outside of Vietnam. Information about Agent Orange and V.A. benefits can be found at:

http://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/benefits.asp