Copper sulphate

Copper sulphate

Cupric sulphate; Blue vitriol; Roman vitriol; Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate

CAS 7758-98-7

Chemical Formula CuSO₄

Molecular Weight 249.68 g/mol

Copper sulphate is a widely used compound in agriculture, industry, and education. It serves as a fungicide and pesticide in farming, a mordant in dyeing and printing textiles, and a key reagent in laboratories and science experiments.

Industrial Uses

1. Agrochemicals

  • Fungicide & Bactericide : Used as a broad-spectrum fungicide to control fungal and bacterial diseases like downy mildew, blight, and anthracnose in crops. Often applied as Bordeaux mixture (copper sulphate + lime).
  • Micronutrient Fertilizer : Provides essential copper micronutrients in soil and foliar applications to prevent copper deficiency in plants, improving crop yield and resistance.
  • Soil pH Adjuster : Helps correct alkaline soils and manages soil conditions in certain farming regions.

2. Animal Healthcare

  • Nutritional Additive : Added to livestock and poultry feed in trace amounts as a copper supplement. It supports growth, enzyme function, and immune development.
  • Antiparasitic Agent : Sometimes used in aquaculture and fish farming as a treatment against parasitic infections in tanks and ponds.

3. Performance Chemicals

  • Catalyst in Chemical Reactions : Acts as a catalyst or oxidizing agent in various organic and inorganic syntheses, especially in dye and pigment manufacturing.
  • Laboratory Reagent : Commonly used in schools and research labs for chemical demonstrations, crystal growing, and as a reagent in qualitative analysis for reducing sugars and proteins.

4. Metal Treatment 

  • Flotation Agent in Mining : Employed in froth flotation to separate non-ferrous ores such as zinc, lead, and cobalt from gangue materials, enhancing mineral recovery.
  • Copper Ore Leaching : Involved in hydrometallurgical processes for recovering copper from low-grade ores through chemical leaching.
  • Electroplating Bath Component : Used in copper electroplating solutions to deposit a uniform copper layer on metal surfaces for electronics, decorative items, and electrical components

5. Water Treatment

  • Algaecide & Biocide : Used in cooling towers, ponds, lakes, and reservoirs to control algal blooms and bacterial growth by disrupting their metabolic functions.
  • Slime Control in Pulp Mills : Helps in controlling slime-forming bacteria in paper manufacturing and water systems.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 98.0% (typical for analytical and industrial grades)
Appearance Blue crystalline solid
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 110 °C (loses water of hydration)
Density ~2.284 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in water (31.6 g/100 mL at 20 °C), slightly in methanol
Viscosity Not applicable (solid)
Flash Point Not flammable

FAQs

1. What is the current price of Copper sulphate in India?
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2. Where can I buy Copper sulphate in India?
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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Copper sulphate?
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Copper sulphate is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Copper sulphate?
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.