About Cupric Chloride Dihydrate Lab Grade
Copper Chloride Dihydrate, also known as Copper(2+) Chloride Dihydrate, Copper Dichloride
Dihydrate, Copper Bichloride Dihydrate, and Coppertrac, has the chemical formula
CuCl2-2H2O or Cl2CuH4O2. In anhydrous form, it appears as a yellowish-brown crystalline solid.
Whereas, the dihydrate appears as a green crystalline powder with no odor and occurs naturally
as the mineral eriochalcite. It is soluble in Water, Alcohol, and Acetone at ambient conditions.
When heated to decomposition, it emits toxic fumes of Hydrogen Chloride gas and Copper
Oxides. It can be produced either by the reaction of Copper with Chlorine or by combining
Copper Carbonate with Hydrochloric Acid.
Common Uses and Applications
- Reagent
- Chemical precursor
- Oxidizing agent
Industries
- Water purification
- Feed additive
- Electroplating baths
Safety and Shipping Information
Cupric Chloride Dihydrate Lab Shipping Information:
DOT: Copper chloride, 8, UN2802, PG III, Hazmat Fee Required
512-668-9918
