Description

Copper(II) Chloride is a versatile inorganic compound with the CAS number 7447-39-4, serving as a crucial source of cupric ions in numerous industrial and chemical synthesis processes. Its primary value lies in its catalytic and oxidative properties, which are essential for driving key reactions in organic chemistry and material production. This product is indispensable for manufacturers and researchers in sectors such as petrochemicals, electronics, pigments, and water treatment, where precise chemical intermediates are required.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Widely used as a catalyst or co-catalyst in reactions such as the Sandmeyer reaction for synthesizing aryl chlorides and in various chlorination and oxidation processes.
• Petrochemical Industry: Employed as a catalyst and decolorizing agent in the production of petroleum derivatives and synthetic fuels.
• Electroplating & Metal Surface Treatment: Acts as an etchant and component in plating baths for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and other electronic components.
• Pigment & Dye Manufacturing: Serves as a raw material for producing copper-based pigments, such as verdigris, and in dye fixation processes for textiles.
• Water Treatment & Disinfection: Used in specific algicidal and molluscicidal formulations for industrial water systems.
• Wood Preservation: A component in certain wood preservative formulations to protect against fungal decay and insect damage.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as an analytical reagent and a starting material for preparing other copper compounds in research and quality control labs.
• Pyrotechnics: Imparts a blue-green color to flames in pyrotechnic compositions and signal flares.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Chloride
CAS No.	7447-39-4
Molecular Formula	CuCl₂
Molecular Weight	134.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Cupric Chloride; Copper Dichloride; Copper(2+) Chloride; Copper Chloride Anhydrous; Cupric Chloride Anhydrous; Copper Chloride (CuCl₂); Dicopper Tetrachloride (for dimer reference); CuCl₂
EINECS	231-210-2

Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to relevant industrial standards, and all materials are subjected to rigorous analytical testing. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the product must be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and CO₂.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow-brown to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CuCl₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.01 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.005 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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