Description

Neocuproine Hydrochloride Trihydrate, 98 % is a high-purity chemical reagent primarily used as a selective and sensitive chromogenic agent for the spectrophotometric determination of copper(I) ions. This compound matters for its critical role in analytical chemistry, providing a reliable method for copper quantification in complex matrices. It is needed by professionals in analytical laboratories, environmental testing facilities, pharmaceutical quality control, and industrial process monitoring where precise metal ion analysis is required.

Application

• Spectrophotometric Copper Assay: Primary reagent for the colorimetric detection and quantification of cuprous (Cu(I)) ions in solution.
• Analytical Chemistry Research: Used in method development and validation for trace metal analysis.
• Environmental Monitoring: Determination of bioavailable copper in water, soil, and sediment samples.
• Pharmaceutical QC: Analysis of copper content in drug substances, excipients, and finished products.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Testing for copper levels in nutritional products and beverages.
• Industrial Process Control: Monitoring copper concentrations in plating baths, catalysts, and metallurgical streams.
• Biochemical Studies: Investigation of copper-containing enzymes and metalloproteins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neocuproine Hydrochloride Trihydrate, 98 %
CAS No.	332360-00-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₂N₂·HCl·3H₂O
Molecular Weight	302.76 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	2,9-Dimethyl-1,10-phenanthroline hydrochloride trihydrate; Neocuproine HCl trihydrate; 2,9-Dimethyl-4,7-diphenyl-1,10-phenanthroline hydrochloride trihydrate; Cuprous ion indicator; Cuproine derivative; Bathocuproinedisulfonic acid related compound; BCS related compound
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Quality Control

Every batch of Neocuproine Hydrochloride Trihydrate is manufactured and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing to ensure they meet the specified 98% purity and identity criteria. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and identification results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	Theoretical for trihydrate (~15-18%)
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in water, methanol, ethanol

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