Description

Copper Phytate is a stable, bioavailable complex of copper and phytic acid, offering a synergistic source of essential trace metal and antioxidant properties. This compound is valued for its role in nutritional supplementation and as a functional additive in various industrial processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food fortification, cosmetic, and agricultural sectors seeking a high-quality, consistent mineral source.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: As a source of bioavailable copper in mineral complexes and multivitamin formulations.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: For nutritional enhancement in functional foods, beverages, and meal replacements.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products for its antioxidant and potential skin-conditioning properties.
• Agricultural & Animal Feed: Used as a trace mineral supplement in premixes for livestock and aquaculture nutrition.
• Industrial Catalyst & Stabilizer: Functions in specific chemical synthesis processes and as a stabilizer in polymer applications.
• Research & Development: Serves as a key reagent in biochemical and nutritional studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper Phytate
CAS No.	63903-50-4
Molecular Formula	C6H6Cu6O24P6
Molecular Weight	1159.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper Inositol Hexaphosphate; Cupric Phytate; Phytic Acid Copper Salt; Myo-Inositol Hexakisphosphate Copper Complex; Inositol Hexaphosphoric Acid Copper Salt; Cu-IP6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Copper Phytate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and heavy metal content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting compliance with relevant standards are available upon request.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light blue to bluish-green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Copper Content)	≥ 32.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	≤ 1 ppm
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 0.1 ppm
Microbiological Analysis	Meets standard limits

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