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Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate
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Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate is an inorganic copper salt used primarily as a fungicide, wood preservative, and in organic synthesis. It appears as a blue-green crystalline solid, soluble in water and polar solvents, with applications in agriculture, coatings, and chemical manufacturing. CAS 544-19-4, molecular formula Cu(OOCH)₂·4H₂O, molecular weight 153.55 g/mol (anhydrous basis; the tetrahydrate is approximately 225.6 g/mol), and requires ambient storage. It carries a Danger signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤12ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1ppm |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤21ppm |
| Cobalt (Co) | ≤3.6ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 0 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 35302650 |
| CAS Number | 544-19-4 |
| EC Number | 208-865-8 |
| Molecular Formula | Cu(OOCH)2XH2O |
| Molecular Weight | 153.55 |
| SMILES | C(=O)[O-].C(=O)[O-].[Cu+2] |
| UN Number | UN3288 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915.12.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2915120000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a fungicide, algaecide, and in organic synthesis as a mild oxidizing agent or catalyst.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate?
The formula is Cu(OOCH)₂·4H₂O, and the molecular weight is 153.55 g/mol on an anhydrous basis (approximately 225.6 g/mol including the four waters of hydration).
What safety classification does Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate have?
It carries the Signal Word: Danger due to its hazardous properties, including toxicity and corrosivity.
How should Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
Does Molekula supply Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate in bulk, with quantities tailored to your requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of Copper (II) formate tetrahydrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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