Description

Copper(II) Chloride Dihydrate is a versatile inorganic salt widely utilized in industrial synthesis and catalysis. Its primary value lies in its role as a reliable source of cupric ions for a diverse range of chemical processes, from organic transformations to electroplating. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in sectors including chemical synthesis, electronics, and metal surface treatment, where precise control over copper content is critical.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a Lewis acid catalyst in various reactions, including chlorination, oxidation, and coupling processes.
• Electroplating & Metal Finishing: Serves as a key component in electroplating baths for depositing copper and copper alloy coatings on various substrates.
• Pigment & Colorant Production: Used in the manufacture of ceramics, glass, and pigments to impart green and blue colors.
• Wood Preservation & Fungicide: Employed in formulations for wood treatment and as a fungicidal agent in certain agricultural applications.
• Petroleum Industry: Functions as a desulfurization and sweetening agent in the refining of crude oil.
• Laboratory Reagent: A common analytical reagent and starting material for the synthesis of other copper compounds in research and quality control laboratories.
• Printing & Photography: Used in specific etching, photoengraving, and photographic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Chloride Dihydrate
CAS No.	13933-17-0
Molecular Formula	CuCl₂·2H₂O
Molecular Weight	170.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Cupric Chloride Dihydrate; Copper Dichloride Dihydrate; Copper(2+) Chloride Dihydrate; Dicopper Tetrachloride Tetrahydrate (related); CuCl₂·2H₂O; Copper Chloride (Dihydrate); Copper(II) Chloride Hydrate
EINECS	231-210-2 (for the anhydrous form)

Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Chloride Dihydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance requirements. Specifications can be aligned with industrial or technical grade standards as needed.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue-green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CuCl₂·2H₂O)	≥ 98.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.005 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.002 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.001 %

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