Description

Copper(II) Ionophore I is a highly selective, neutral carrier molecule designed for the potentiometric detection of copper(II) ions. This compound is critical for the development and manufacture of ion-selective electrodes (ISEs) and optical sensors, enabling precise and reliable quantification of copper in complex matrices. It is an essential component for analytical chemists and manufacturers in the environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical quality control, and industrial process analysis sectors.

Application

• Ion-Selective Electrodes (ISEs): Primary active component in membrane formulations for copper(II)-specific potentiometric sensors.
• Optical Chemical Sensors: Used as an ionophore in optode membranes for spectrophotometric or fluorometric copper detection.
• Environmental Analysis: Detection and monitoring of trace copper levels in water, soil, and industrial effluent samples.
• Pharmaceutical QC: Assay of copper in drug substances, excipients, and finished products where copper is a catalyst or impurity.
• Food & Beverage Safety: Testing for copper contamination or as a nutrient assay in fortified products.
• Research & Development: Fundamental studies in supramolecular chemistry, coordination chemistry, and novel sensor design.
• Industrial Process Control: Real-time monitoring of copper ion concentration in electroplating baths, mining operations, and metallurgical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Ionophore I
CAS No.	125769-67-7
Molecular Formula	C44H56N4O4
Molecular Weight	704.95 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Bis(2-hydroxy-5-nitrobenzyl)-1,2-diaminocyclohexane-N,N'-diacetic acid; ETH 5435; Copper Ionophore II (common alias); 5-Nitro-BAPTA; Cyclohexanediaminetetraacetic acid derivative; Neutral Copper Ionophore; Ionophore for Copper-Selective Electrodes
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Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Ionophore I is produced and tested to meet the exacting standards required for sensor applications. Each batch is characterized to ensure high purity, consistent complexation properties, and batch-to-batch reproducibility. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profile. We adhere to a rigorous quality management system to guarantee reliability for your critical analytical methods.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccant or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Copper Binding Capacity	Tested per batch

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