Description

Copper(II) Borofluoride is an inorganic salt composed of copper and fluoroborate ions, known for its utility in specialized electrochemical and surface treatment processes. This compound is valued for its role as a source of copper ions in high-performance plating baths, where it contributes to deposit uniformity and adhesion. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the electronics, metal finishing, and specialty chemical synthesis industries for applications requiring precise copper deposition or catalysis.

Application

• Primary component in acid copper electroplating baths for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor packaging.
• Electrolyte additive for copper electroforming and decorative metal finishing.
• Catalyst or reagent in specific organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Surface treatment agent for metallization of plastics and non-conductive substrates.
• Raw material for the preparation of other copper-based specialty chemicals and complexes.
• Research and development chemical in advanced material science and energy storage projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Borofluoride
CAS No.	38465-60-0
Molecular Formula	Cu(BF₄)₂ or CuB₂F₈
Molecular Weight	237.15 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Copper Fluoroborate; Cupric Fluoroborate; Copper Tetrafluoroborate; Copper(II) Tetrafluoroborate; Cupric Borofluoride; Copper Fluoborate; Copper Difluoroborate; H₂[Cu(BF₄)₂] (for hydrate forms)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Borofluoride is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and anion concentration is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept away from strong alkalis and sources of moisture to prevent decomposition or caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue-green solution or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Cu(BF₄)₂)	≥ 40% (in solution) / ≥ 98% (solid)
Copper (Cu) Content	≥ 10.5% (in solution) / Contact for details (solid)
Fluoroborate (BF₄⁻) Content	Conforms to theoretical
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 100 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 20 ppm
Other Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 30 ppm
pH (of solution)	1.0 - 3.0
Density (of solution at 20°C)	~1.5 g/mL

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