Description

Copper(II) Sulfate is a vital inorganic compound widely recognized for its role as a source of copper ions in numerous industrial and agricultural processes. Its significance lies in its versatility as a catalyst, nutrient, and antimicrobial agent, making it indispensable for modern manufacturing and crop protection. Key industries that rely on this product include agriculture, electroplating, water treatment, and chemical synthesis.

Application

• Agricultural Fungicide and Fertilizer: A primary component in Bordeaux mixture and other fungicides to control plant diseases; also used as a copper micronutrient in animal feed and fertilizers.
• Electroplating and Metal Finishing: Serves as an essential electrolyte in copper electroplating baths for decorative and functional coatings on various substrates.
• Water Treatment and Algaecide: Effectively controls algae and parasite growth in ponds, reservoirs, and industrial water systems.
• Chemical Synthesis and Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in organic synthesis, dye production, and the manufacturing of other copper compounds.
• Wood Preservation and Textile Mordant: Used in timber treatment solutions and as a mordant to fix dyes in textile processing.
• Educational and Laboratory Reagent: Employed in chemistry demonstrations, analytical testing, and crystal growth experiments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(II) Sulfate
CAS No.	7758-98-7
Molecular Formula	CuSO₄ (Anhydrous) / CuSO₄·5H₂O (Pentahydrate)
Molecular Weight	159.61 g/mol (Anhydrous) / 249.69 g/mol (Pentahydrate)
Synonyms	Cupric Sulfate; Blue Vitriol; Copper Sulphate; Bluestone; Copper(2+) Sulfate; Roman Vitriol; Salzburg Vitriol; Copper Monosulfate
EINECS	231-847-6

Quality Control

Our Copper(II) Sulfate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer various grades, including Industrial, Technical, and Reagent grades, with specifications tailored to meet the demands of specific applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

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) and must be kept in original packaging or a moisture-proof container to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and finely powdered metals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue Crystals or Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CuSO₄·5H₂O)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.05 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.01 %
pH (5% Solution)	3.0 - 4.5

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