Copper-Based Compounds
| Formula: | Varies (common: CuSO₄·5H₂O, CuCl₂, CuO, Cu(OH)₂) |
| CAS Number: | Varies (e.g., CuSO₄·5H₂O = 7758-99-8; CuO = 1317-38-0) |
| EC Number (EINECS): | Depends on compound (e.g., Copper Sulfate: 231-847-6) |
| HS Code: | 28332500 (Copper Sulfate); varies by derivative |
| UN Number: | 3077 (Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.) |
| IUPAC Name: | Depends on compound (e.g., Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate, Copper(II) oxide) |
| Also Known As: | Copper salts; Cu-based chemicals |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | Varies (e.g., CuSO₄·5H₂O = 249.68; CuO = 79.55) |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Blue crystalline solid (CuSO₄·5H₂O) / black powder (CuO) |
| Odor: | Odorless |
| Melting Point, °C: | 110 (loses water, CuSO₄·5H₂O) |
| Boiling Point, °C: | Decomposes before boiling |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 2.28 (CuSO₄·5H₂O) |
| Purity, %: | ≥98 (Technical Grade); ≥99.5 (Reagent Grade) |
| Grades Available: | Technical, Agricultural, Reagent, Feed Grade |
| Packaging: | 25kg bags, 50kg drums, bulk jumbo bags |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Agriculture: Fungicide, algaecide, micronutrient fertilizer
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Mining: Flotation agent in ore processing
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Industrial chemicals: Catalyst, pigment, plating solution
Secondary Applications
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Wood preservation
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Electroplating and metal surface treatment
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Animal feed additive (trace mineral source)
End Industries Served: Agriculture, Mining, Chemicals, Electroplating, Construction, Textiles, Animal Nutrition
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Eye Irritation (Category 2A), Aquatic Acute (Category 1), Aquatic Chronic (Category 1)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H302: Harmful if swallowed
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H319: Causes serious eye irritation
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H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling
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P270: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product
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P273: Avoid release to the environment
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
Storage Conditions
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Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
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Keep containers tightly closed and away from moisture
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Avoid release to soil and waterways
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 9, UN 3077, PG III
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IMDG: Class 9, UN 3077, Marine Pollutant
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IATA: Class 9, UN 3077, PG III