Copper Sulphate BP
Abstract
Copper Sulphate also known as cupric sulphate occurs in the anhydrous and pentahydrate forms. The pentahydrate is also known as Blue Vitriol.
Uses/Applications
Copper Sulphate can be used as a feed and food additives.
Identity
Chemical Name: Copper Sulphate
Synonyms: Blue Vitriol
Mol. Formula: CuSO4.5H2O
Mol. Weight: 249.68 g/mol
CAS No.: 7758-99-8
General Specifications
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as blue crystalline powder or transparent, blue crystals |
| Identification
Test A
Test B Test C |
Specified Test. The precipitate dissolves and a dark blue color is produced. Loss on drying- 35.0% to 36.5% It gives positive reaction for the test of sulfates. |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, soluble in methanol, practically insoluble in ethanol (96%) |
| Appearance of solution | Solution is clear |
| Chloride | Not more than 100 ppm |
| Iron | Not more than 100 ppm |
| Lead | Not more than 50 ppm |
| Loss on drying | Between 35.0% to 36.50%, determined on 0.500g by drying in an oven at 250 + 10OC |
| Assay (By Titrimetry) | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 101.0% of CuSO4.5H2O |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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