Description

1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylic Acid, Copper Salt is a coordination compound formed from trimesic acid and copper ions. This material is valued for its role as a precursor and building block in the synthesis of advanced materials, particularly Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs). It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers developing catalysts, gas storage systems, and specialized polymers.

Application

• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Serves as a key organic linker for constructing porous coordination polymers with high surface areas.
• Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of heterogeneous catalysts for organic transformations and oxidation reactions.
• Gas Storage and Separation: A precursor for materials designed for hydrogen, methane, or carbon dioxide adsorption.
• Sensor Technology: Incorporated into the matrix of chemical sensors due to its selective binding properties.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or functional additive to impart thermal stability or specific coordination sites to polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental reagent for exploring new coordination chemistry and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylic Acid, Copper Salt
CAS No.	51937-85-0
Molecular Formula	C9H3CuO6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Approx. 278.66 (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	Copper Trimesate; Trimesic Acid Copper Salt; Copper(II) Benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylate; Copper 1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylate; BTC-Cu; Cu-BTC (common for its hydrate form in MOFs); HKUST-1 Precursor; Copper Trimellitate
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,3,5-Benzenetricarboxylic Acid, Copper Salt adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques to confirm identity, purity, and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to blue-green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cu Content)	≥ 20.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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