Description

Copper Picolinate is a highly bioavailable, organically complexed form of the essential trace mineral copper. This compound is valued for its superior stability and absorption profile compared to inorganic copper salts, making it a critical ingredient for high-performance nutritional formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the dietary supplement, functional food, and animal nutrition industries seeking a reliable and effective copper source.

Application

• Dietary Supplements: A key mineral source in multivitamin/mineral complexes, standalone copper supplements, and specialized formulations targeting joint, cardiovascular, and antioxidant support.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich nutritional drinks, meal replacements, and health food products where bioavailability and mineral stability are paramount.
• Animal Feed & Pet Nutrition: Incorporated into premixes and complete feeds for livestock, poultry, and pets to ensure optimal growth, immune function, and overall health.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material or active ingredient in the development of certain pharmaceutical compounds.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Potential use in topical formulations for its role in skin elasticity and antioxidant properties, though specific applications require validation.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and nutritional studies as a standardized source of chelated copper.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper Picolinate
CAS No.	27744-35-0
Molecular Formula	C12H8CuN2O4
Molecular Weight	307.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper(II) Picolinate; Copper Bis(2-pyridinecarboxylate); Copper Pyridine-2-carboxylate; Cupric Picolinate; Picolinic Acid, Copper Salt; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, Copper(2+) Salt; Copper Chelate of Picolinic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Copper Picolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for nutritional and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); protect from humidity and absorb moisture promptly if the container is opened.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to blue-green fine powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Cu Content)	Min. 20.0%
Purity (HPLC)	Min. 98.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	Max. 3 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines
Total Plate Count	Max. 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	Max. 100 cfu/g

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