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Copper Formate (CAS 544-19-4): Product Overview
Copper Formate (Cupric Formate), with CAS registry number 544-19-4, is a blue crystalline compound widely used in electroplating, catalysis, and specialty chemical synthesis. This inorganic salt demonstrates excellent solubility in water and acts as a key intermediate in copper-based industrial processes.
Key Characteristics
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Molecular Formula |
C2H2CuO4 |
| Molecular Weight |
153.57 g/mol |
| Appearance |
Blue crystalline powder |
| Purity |
≥98% (Industrial Grade) |
| Density |
1.831 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point |
Decomposes at 130°C |
Technical Specifications & Comparative Analysis
Grade Comparison
| Parameter |
Industrial Grade |
Reagent Grade |
| Copper Content |
38-40% |
≥41.5% |
| Chloride Impurities |
≤0.05% |
≤0.005% |
| Water Solubility |
Completely soluble |
Completely soluble |
| pH (5% solution) |
3.5-4.5 |
3.8-4.2 |
Industrial Applications
Primary Use Cases
- Electroplating Solutions: Essential component in acid copper plating baths for PCB manufacturing
- Catalytic Processes: Oxidation catalyst in organic synthesis reactions
- Wood Preservation: Fungicidal treatment for lumber protection
- Ceramic Pigments: Colorant in blue-green glaze formulations
Performance Advantages
| Application |
Benefit |
Technical Outcome |
| Electroplating |
Superior throwing power |
Uniform deposition ≤5μm variance |
| Catalysis |
High reaction efficiency |
Yield improvement up to 22% |
| Wood Treatment |
Long-term protection |
Fungal resistance >10 years |
Operational Guidelines
Recommended Handling Protocols
- Storage: Maintain in sealed containers at 15-30°C with ≤65% RH
- Solution Preparation: Dissolve in deionized water at 40-50°C with continuous agitation
- Waste Treatment: Neutralize with calcium hydroxide before disposal
Safety Parameters
| Parameter |
Value |
| LD50 (Oral, Rat) |
470 mg/kg |
| NFPA Rating |
Health: 2 | Flammability: 0 | Reactivity: 1 |
| PPE Requirements |
Nitrile gloves, safety goggles, dust mask |
Verified Application Cases
Case 1: High-Density PCB Manufacturer
Client: Shenzhen Grand Circuit Technology Co., Ltd.
Challenge: Achieve ≤8μm copper layer uniformity on 16-layer PCBs
Solution: Optimized copper formate concentration (120g/L) in plating bath
Result: Reduced thickness variance from 12μm to 5.3μm
Case 2: Wood Treatment Facility
Client: Nordic Timber Protection AB
Challenge: Extend fungal protection beyond 7 years in marine environments
Solution: 2.5% copper formate pressure treatment cycle
Result: Certified 12-year protection against Teredo navalis
Technical Support & Quotation
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Request Custom Specifications
| Package Size |
Purity Level |
Lead Time |
| 25kg drum |
98% |
3-5 days |
| 500kg pallet |
99% |
2 weeks |
| Custom bulk |
99.5% |
Negotiable |
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