Cupric citrate, CAS No. 10402-15-0

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10402-15-0

Catalog No. EBD39965

CAS 10402-15-0

Name Cupric citrate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: Cupriccitrate copper(ii)citrate copper(ii)citrate2.5-water cupriccitratets,alkaline coppercitratehemitrihydrate 1,2,3-propanetricarboxylicacid,2-hydroxy-,coppersalt chelatesofcoppercitrate CaswellNo.235B Citricacid,coppersalt EPAPesticideChemicalCode044005 1,2,3-propanetricarboxylicacid,2-hydroxy-,copper(2+)salt(1:1) 1,2,3-propanetricarboxylicacid,2-hydroxy-,copper(2+)salt(2:3) copper(2+)2-(carboxymethyl)-2-hydroxybutanedioate

Molecular Formula: C6H8CuO7

Molecular Weight: 255.67

MDL Number: MFCD00050820

Categories: Agrochemicals > Pesticide Chemistry > Fungicides Functional Chemicals > Consumer & Industrial Chemicals > Water Treatment Chemicals

Product Description:

Copper(II) citrate, with the CAS number 10402-15-0, is a coordination complex formed between copper ions and citric acid. It typically appears as a blue-green powder and is sparingly soluble in water. Its structure allows it to act as a source of bioavailable copper. The primary application of copper citrate is as a fungicide and bactericide in agriculture. It is used to control various fungal and bacterial diseases on crops, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals. It functions by releasing copper ions that disrupt enzyme systems in pathogens, providing protective and curative effects. Beyond agriculture, it finds significant use as an algicide and molluscicide in water treatment systems, such as swimming pools, cooling towers, and ornamental ponds, to control algae and snails. Copper citrate is also utilized in animal nutrition as a feed additive to prevent copper deficiency. Due to its copper content, it must be handled with care, as excessive exposure can be harmful to humans and toxic to aquatic life. Its use is regulated in many countries to ensure environmental and food safety.

Physical Properties