Copper(II) nitrate hemi(pentahydrate), 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Copper(II) nitrate hemi(pentahydrate) is used for the catalytic oxidative coupling of 2,6-dimethylphenol to produce a polymer which is an important engineering material. Its solutions are used in textiles and polishing agents for other metals. It is commonly used in school laboratories to demonstrate chemical voltaic cell reactions.

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Applications
Copper(II) nitrate hemi(pentahydrate) is used for the catalytic oxidative coupling of 2,6-dimethylphenol to produce a polymer which is an important engineering material. Its solutions are used in textiles and polishing agents for other metals. It is commonly used in school laboratories to demonstrate chemical voltaic cell reactions.

Solubility
Soluble in water, ammonia and ethanol

Notes
Incompatible with reducing agents, organic materials and powdered metals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 19004-19-4
• Molecular Formula: CuN₂O₆·2.5H₂O
• MDL Number: MFCD00149671
• Synonym: dicopper tetranitrate pentahydrate, copper ii nitrate hemipentahydrate, cupric nitrate, hydrate, copper, reference standard solution, copper nitrate hemipentahydrate, cupric nitrate hemipentahydrate, 2cu.4no3.5h2o, cupric nitrate hemi pentahydrate

• Boiling Point: 170°C (decomposition)
• Melting Point: ∼115°C
• Quantity: 1000 g
• Linear Formula: Cu(NO₃)₂·2.5H₂O
• UN Number: UN3085
• Merck Index: 14,2643
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water,ammonia and ethanol
• Formula Weight: 232.59 (187.55 Anhydrous)
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Odor: Odorless
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Density: 2.32
• Chemical Name or Material: Copper(II) nitrate hemi(pentahydrate)

Safety and Handling

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
• Flammable liquid Category 2

Hazard Statement

• H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
• H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

RUO – Research Use Only