Description

Appearance

Copper sulphate occurs as a blue crystal and, when devoid of crystallisation water, it appears as a white powder.

Solubility

Copper sulphate is soluble in water but not soluble in methanol.

Uses

Copper sulphate is a blue crystal. If heated at a temperature of 250°C, after losing crystallisation water, it becomes a white powder. Copper sulfate is used as a raw material for agricultural industry, for metal surface treatment and as raw material for welding. Copper sulphate 'electronic grade' is widely used in electroplating baths of high-purity copper plating.

Classification

Copper sulphate is harmful if swallowed; irritating to skin; very toxic to aquatic organisms causing long-term adverse effects to aquatic environments. Request safety data sheet (SDS) and refer to points 4, 5, 6, 8, 10,13, 14, 15. Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application.

Safety

Request safety data sheet (SDS) and refer to points 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13.

Specifications

Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application: copper sulphate is stored in original packing and under conditions mentioned on the safety data sheet (SDS).

Synonyms

Copper sulphate technical grade, copper sulphate pentahydrate, Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate