Description

Cupric Carbonate Basic is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula CuCO₃·Cu(OH)₂, representing a mixture of copper carbonate and copper hydroxide. This versatile copper salt is a critical precursor and additive in numerous industrial and chemical synthesis processes, valued for its copper content and specific reactivity. It is essential for manufacturers and suppliers in sectors such as pigments, catalysts, agriculture, and wood preservation, where a reliable source of high-quality copper compounds is required.

Application

• Pigments and Colorants: A key raw material in the production of blue and green pigments for ceramics, glass, paints, and artist colors.
• Catalyst and Chemical Synthesis: Used as a catalyst in various organic reactions and as a starting material for synthesizing other copper compounds like cupric oxide and copper salts.
• Agricultural Fungicides: An active ingredient in certain fungicidal formulations to protect crops from fungal diseases.
• Wood Preservative: Employed in formulations to protect timber from fungal decay and insect damage.
• Pyrotechnics: Acts as a blue colorant in fireworks and pyrotechnic compositions.
• Animal Feed Supplement: Serves as a source of essential copper in mineral premixes for livestock nutrition.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in specific plating baths and surface treatment processes for metals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cupric Carbonate Basic
CAS No.	12069-69-1
Molecular Formula	CuCO₃·Cu(OH)₂ or C₂H₂Cu₂O₈
Molecular Weight	221.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Copper Carbonate; Copper Carbonate Hydroxide; Copper(II) Carbonate Basic; Malachite (mineral form); Cupric Carbonate, Basic; Copper Carbonate; Bremen Green; Mountain Green
EINECS	235-113-6

Quality Control

Our Cupric Carbonate Basic is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications, including assay, impurity profiles, and particle size where applicable. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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 moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to blue-green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Cu)	≥ 55.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Nitrate (NO₃)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.02 %
Acid-insoluble matter	≤ 0.1 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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