Description

Cupric Nitrate, Hydrate is an inorganic salt of copper, widely recognized for its role as a versatile precursor and oxidizing agent in industrial chemistry. Its primary value lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of copper ions for synthesis, catalysis, and material formulation. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors such as electronics, specialty chemicals, and analytical reagent production.

Application

• Catalyst and Reagent Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material for producing other copper-based catalysts and inorganic compounds.
• Electroplating and Surface Treatment: Used in copper plating baths and for imparting specific surface properties to metals and alloys.
• Pyrotechnics and Colorants: Acts as an oxidizing agent in pyrotechnic compositions and as a source for blue/green colorants in ceramics and glass.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard and reagent in various analytical procedures and laboratory tests.
• Wood Preservation and Fungicides: A component in formulations for wood treatment and agricultural fungicides.
• Textile and Dye Industries: Utilized in dyeing processes and as a mordant to fix dyes to fabrics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cupric Nitrate, Hydrate
CAS No.	19004-19-4
Molecular Formula	Cu(NO3)2·xH2O
Molecular Weight	241.60 g/mol (for trihydrate)
Synonyms	Copper(II) nitrate hydrate; Cupric dinitrate hydrate; Nitric acid, copper(2+) salt, hydrate; Copper nitrate trihydrate; Copper nitrate hemipentahydrate; Copper nitrate; Nitric acid copper(II) salt
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Quality Control

Our Cupric Nitrate, Hydrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications, including assay, impurity profile, and loss on drying. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and oxidizing nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under dry conditions and separated from combustible or reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cu(NO3)2·xH2O)	≥ 99.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.003%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Other Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%

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