Description

Copper(I) Oxide CAS NO 1317-39-1 is a versatile inorganic compound with the chemical formula Cu₂O, recognized for its distinctive red or reddish-brown color. It serves as a critical precursor and functional material in numerous industrial and technological processes due to its unique semiconductor and catalytic properties. This high-purity material is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors including electronics, pigments, antifouling paints, and agricultural chemistry.

Application

• Antifouling Paints and Marine Coatings: Acts as a potent biocide to prevent the growth of barnacles, algae, and other organisms on ship hulls and underwater structures.
• Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing: Used in the production of rectifier diodes, thin-film transistors, and as a p-type semiconductor material in photovoltaic cells.
• Pigments and Ceramic Glazes: Imparts stable red, orange, and brown colors in ceramics, glass, and artistic pigments.
• Catalyst for Organic Synthesis: Employed as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, including the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Agricultural Fungicides: A key component in formulations used to protect crops from fungal diseases.
• Wood Preservative: Used in treatments to protect lumber from decay and insect damage.
• Battery Electrode Material: Investigated for use in anode materials for lithium-ion batteries.
• Optical and Sensor Applications: Utilized in gas sensors and nonlinear optical devices due to its photoconductive properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(I) Oxide
CAS No.	1317-39-1
Molecular Formula	Cu₂O
Molecular Weight	143.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Cuprous Oxide; Dicopper Oxide; Red Copper Oxide; Copper Protoxide; Copper Suboxide; Cuprite (mineral); Copper Hemioxide; Copper(1+) Oxide
EINECS	215-270-7

Quality Control

Our Copper(I) Oxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and particle size distribution. Our quality commitment aligns with industrial and technical grade specifications, and we can support requirements for specific applications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. The product is stable under normal ambient temperatures (15-25°C). Keep container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cu₂O)	≥ 97.0 %
Metallic Copper (Cu)	≤ 1.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %
Acid Insolubles	≤ 0.2 %
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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