Description

Tetracopper Hexahydroxide Sulphate is a well-defined inorganic compound, also known as basic copper sulfate. This product serves as a critical source of bioavailable copper, offering a combination of efficacy and stability for demanding industrial and agricultural applications. It is essential for manufacturers in the agricultural, wood preservation, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable and consistent copper-based active ingredient.

Application

• Agricultural Fungicide & Bactericide: A key active ingredient in formulations for controlling fungal and bacterial diseases in a wide range of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and vines.
• Wood Preservative: Used in copper-based preservative systems to protect timber from decay fungi, termites, and other wood-destroying organisms.
• Algicide & Molluscicide: Effective in controlling algae in water bodies and as a molluscicide for slug and snail control in certain agricultural settings.
• Animal Feed Supplement: Serves as a nutritional source of copper in mineral premixes for livestock to prevent deficiency and support metabolic functions.
• Catalyst & Chemical Intermediate: Employed in specific organic synthesis reactions and as a precursor for other copper compounds.
• Pigment & Colorant: Used in the production of certain blue and green pigments for ceramics, paints, and artistic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetracopper Hexahydroxide Sulphate
CAS No.	1333-22-8
Molecular Formula	Cu4(OH)6SO4 or Cu4H6O10S
Molecular Weight	452.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Copper Sulfate; Copper Sulfate Basic; Copper Hydroxide Sulfate; Copper(II) Sulfate Hydroxide; Brochantite (mineral name); Cupric Sulfate Basic; Triassic Copper; Copper Sulfate Tribasic
EINECS	215-568-7

Quality Control

Our Tetracopper Hexahydroxide Sulphate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for copper content, purity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light blue to green powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (as Cu)	≥ 55.0 %
Water Solubility	Practically insoluble in water; soluble in acids and ammonia
Sulfate Content	18.0 - 22.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 20 mg/kg
Arsenic (As)	≤ 5 mg/kg

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