Description

Copper(II) Formate Tetrahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt that serves as a versatile precursor in advanced material synthesis and catalysis. Its controlled composition and consistent quality make it a critical raw material for applications requiring precise metal ion sources. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, chemical, and specialty catalyst industries seeking reliable performance and supply chain stability.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of copper-based catalysts for hydrogenation, oxidation, and other organic transformations.
• Electroless Copper Plating: Serves as a metal ion source in formulations for depositing conductive copper layers on plastics and ceramics in PCB manufacturing.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: A key starting material for the production of copper nanoparticles and copper oxide nanostructures with controlled morphology.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the preparation of other copper compounds.
• Wood Preservation: Acts as a component in certain fungicidal and preservative treatments.
• Pigment & Dye Manufacturing: Used in the production of specific colorants and ceramic glazes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in analytical chemistry and academic research as a standardized copper source.
• Gas Purification: Investigated for use in processes like carbon monoxide removal from gas streams.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Formate Tetrahydrate
CAS No.	5893-61-8
Molecular Formula	Cu(CHO₂)₂ • 4H₂O
Molecular Weight	225.64 g/mol (Anhydrous: 153.58 g/mol)
Synonyms	Cupric Formate Tetrahydrate; Formic Acid, Copper(2+) Salt, Tetrahydrate; Copper Diformate Tetrahydrate; Copper Bis(formate) Tetrahydrate; Cu(OOCH)2 • 4H2O
EINECS	227-563-5

Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Formate Tetrahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, heavy metal content, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cu basis)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	30.0 - 34.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.02 %

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