Copper sulfate 25 kg biolaboratory

Copper sulfate 25 kg Biolaboratory

Technical information on chemical reagents:

• Name: Copper sulfate
• Synonyms: Copper pentahydrate
• Genre: Pure
• Purity: pure min. 93%
• Chemical formula: CuSO₄ x 5H₂O
• CAS number: 7758-99-8
• EG number: 231-847-6
• Net weight: 25kg

Examples of professional applications in various industries:

• Water treatment: Algicide: In water treatment, copper sulfate is used as an algicide. It is used in ponds, lakes, and water reservoirs to control algae growth and improve water quality.
• Construction: Wood preservative: Copper sulfate is used as a wood preservative. It protects wood from rot, mold, and insect infestation, and is often used in combination with other chemicals for preserving construction timber.
• Electroplating: Electroplating: In electroplating, copper sulfate is used as an electrolyte. It serves to coat metal surfaces with a copper layer to improve corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity.
• Chemical industry: Production of copper compounds: Copper sulfate serves as a starting material for producing various copper compounds. These compounds are used in numerous industrial processes and products.
• Textile industry: Dyeing and printing: In the textile industry, copper sulfate is used as a mordant in dyeing and printing textiles. It helps fix dyes on fibers and improves color intensity.
• Laboratory applications: Chemical reagent: Copper sulfate is used in laboratories as a chemical reagent. It is used to conduct experiments and analyses in chemistry and biochemistry.

Hazards
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.

Safety instructions
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal facility.

Recommended storage conditions

Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate should be stored in a dry and cool place, away from heat sources and fire. The product should be well-ventilated and kept away from other chemical substances, as well as inaccessible to children and animals. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling this product.

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