Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate
Cupric Sulfate Pentahydrate
- CAS
- 7758-99-8
- EC
- 616-477-9
- Food Code
- -
Copper sulfate pentahydrate (CuSO₄·5H₂O) is a bright blue crystalline compound widely used in agriculture, electroplating, and chemistry. It readily dissolves in water to yield copper ions with strong biocidal activity.
Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate
Applications
Used as a fungicide, herbicide, and micronutrient fertilizer; in electroplating baths and industrial wastewater treatment. It also serves as a laboratory reagent and pigment source.
Safety & Risks
Toxic if ingested and dangerous to aquatic life. Avoid skin contact and inhalation of dust. Use protective clothing and segregate storage from acids.
Packaging
25–50 kg polyethylene-lined bags or big bags. Store sealed, cool, and dry to prevent efflorescence and clumping.