Description

Bornite is a significant copper iron sulfide mineral, also known as peacock ore due to its distinctive iridescent tarnish. It serves as a crucial industrial source of copper and is valued for its unique properties in various advanced material applications. This product is essential for industries including metallurgy, mineral processing, electronics, and as a catalyst precursor in chemical synthesis.

Application

• Primary Copper Ore: A major source of copper for smelting and refining operations.
• Mineral Specimen & Lapidary: Used in jewelry and as collectible mineral specimens due to its striking peacock-like colors.
• Semiconductor Research: Investigated for its electronic properties in material science and semiconductor development.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a raw material in the preparation of catalysts for certain chemical processes.
• Pigment & Coloring Agent: Utilized in the production of specialized pigments and coatings.
• Geological Studies: Acts as an indicator mineral in exploration geology and academic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bornite
CAS No.	1308-82-3
Molecular Formula	Cu5FeS4
Molecular Weight	501.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Peacock Ore; Purple Copper Ore; Erubescite; Horseflesh Ore; Variegated Copper Ore; Cu5FeS4; Copper Iron Sulfide
EINECS	215-159-3

Quality Control

Our Bornite products are sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistent composition and purity for industrial and research applications. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific parameters is available upon request to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. The mineral is stable under normal storage conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Bronze to purplish iridescent crystalline solid or powder
Identification (XRD)	Complies with standard pattern for Bornite
Copper (Cu) Content	≥ 63.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	Contact for details
Sulfur (S) Content	Contact for details
Particle Size (Mesh)	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -200 mesh)
Loss on Drying	< 0.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.