Basic Cupric Carbonate

Basic Cupric Carbonate

Specifications

Item	Index
Appearance	peafowl green particle powder
(Cu)%≥	55
(Pb)PPM≤	5
(Cl)PPM≤	10
(Ca)PPM≤	10
(Cr)PPM≤	5
(Na)PPM≤	10
(As)PPM≤	5
(Fe)PPM≤	10
insoluble matter in hydrochloric acid%≤	0.003
moisture %≤	2

 

Packing& Storage

Packing	tons or 25KG, in seal.
Storage	20℃, 2 years.
Shipping	Room temperature in China; may vary elsewhere

 

General Information

1.1 Chemical & Physical Properties

Common Names	carbonic acid, copper salt | Copper(II) carbonate
Structure
CAS　No.	7492-68-4			Boiling Point (℃)		N/A
Molecular Weight	123.555			Melting Point (℃)		N/A
Appearance	N/A			Vapor Specific Gravity		N/A
HS Code	N/A			Flash Point (℃)		N/A
Solubility	N/A			Autoignition Temperature (℃)		N/A

 

1.2 Safety Information

Safety Phrases	N/A
RIDADR	N/A
WGK Germany	N/A
Packaging Group	N/A
Hazard Class	N/A

 

	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness. Burning sensation. Itching.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention .

 

1.3 Synthetic Route

N/A

What is Basic Cupric Carbonate?

Basic cupric carbonate, also known as basic copper carbonate or copper(II) carbonate hydroxide, is a chemical compound with the formula Cu2(OH)2CO3. It is an inorganic compound that occurs as a greenish-blue solid.

Basic cupric carbonate is commonly prepared by mixing solutions of copper(II) salts, such as copper sulfate or copper nitrate, with solutions of alkali metal carbonates or bicarbonates. The reaction between the copper salt and carbonate or bicarbonate ions leads to the precipitation of basic cupric carbonate.

The compound has a layered structure and exists as a hydrated form, known as malachite, in nature. Malachite is a common mineral and is valued for its vivid green color. It has been used as a pigment and gemstone for centuries.

Basic cupric carbonate is also used in various industrial applications. It is utilized as a pigment in ceramics, paints, and coatings, providing a green color. It can also be employed as a fungicide and algicide in agriculture and horticulture. In addition, the compound has applications in the synthesis of other copper compounds and as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions.