Description

Boric Acid, Copper Salt is an inorganic coordination compound formed from boric acid and copper ions. This specialized chemical is valued for its unique properties derived from the combination of copper's biocidal and catalytic activity with boron's flame-retardant and glass-forming characteristics. It serves as a critical functional additive and precursor material in several advanced industrial sectors, including ceramics, wood preservation, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Ceramics and Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent and colorant precursor, influencing melting temperature and final product hue in specialty glazes and borosilicate glasses.
• Wood Preservative Formulations: Utilized as a component in copper-based preservative systems to protect timber from fungal decay and insect infestation.
• Flame Retardant Synergist: Incorporated into polymers and textiles, where the copper and boron ions work together to enhance char formation and suppress smoke.
• Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in select organic synthesis reactions and oxidation processes.
• Agricultural Micronutrient: Provides a combined source of copper and boron, essential trace elements for plant growth, in specialized fertilizer blends.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in research and analytical chemistry as a standard or starting material for synthesizing other copper-boron compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Boric Acid, Copper Salt
CAS No.	39290-85-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Copper Borate; Cupric Borate; Copper Metaborate; Boric Acid (H3BO3), Copper(2+) Salt; Copper(II) Borate; Basic Copper Borate; Cupric Boric Acid Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Boric Acid, Copper Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent composition, purity, and performance. Key parameters such as metal content, boron content, and impurity levels are verified. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to potential moisture sensitivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue or blue-green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Copper (Cu) Content	≥ 45.0 %
Boron (as B2O3) Content	≥ 30.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Particle Size (Passing 200 mesh)	≥ 95 %

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