Algaecide

Description

Algaecide · CAS 18939-61-2 · CuSO4. UNII KUW2Q3U1VV. Boiling Point: 650; Melting Point: 590; Melting Point: 590 °C decomp.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	18939-61-2
PubChem CID	24462
Molecular formula	CuSO4
IUPAC name	copper sulfate
UNII (FDA)	KUW2Q3U1VV

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	159.61
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	4
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	158.881327
Monoisotopic Mass	158.881327
Topological Polar Surface Area	88.6
Heavy Atom Count	6
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	62.2

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	650
Melting Point	590
Melting Point	590 °C decomp
Solubility	In water, 243 g/l @ 0 °C.
Solubility	75.4 g/100 cc water @ 100 °C
Solubility	1.04 g/100 cc methanol @ 18 °C
Density	3.6
Density	3.6 g/cm³
Density	3.6 @25 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Cupric sulfate appears as a white or off-white solid. Melting point 200 °C with decomposition. Non-combustible.
• Dry Powder; Large Crystals; Liquid; Liquid; Other Solid; Dry Powder; Wet Solid; Large Crystals; Dry Powder; Wet Solid; CBI
• Grayish-white to greenish-white solid; Hygroscopic; Soluble in water; [Merck Index] White odorless crystalline solid; Soluble in water (316 g/L at 20 deg C); [MSDSonline]
• WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS.
• Grayish-white to greenish-white rhombic crystals or amorphous powder /SRP: somewhat wet/
• White when dehydrated

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT, PROCESSING AID CIR / INCI: Skin conditioning
GHS notification summary	1.1% (14 / 1268)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	1.1% (14 / 1268)
Reported hazard statements	H302, H315, H319, H400, H410, H318 (19.7%), H301, H314

Documented Uses

• Electroplating [Category: Plate]
• Using Disinfectants or Biocides [Category: Clean]
• Leather Tanning and Processing [Category: Industry]
• Fur Dressing and Dyeing [Category: Industry]
• Metal Extraction and Refining [Category: Industry]
• Farming (Feed Additives) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms

Copper sulfate; 7758-98-7; Copper(II) sulfate; CUPRIC SULFATE; Cupric sulfate anhydrous; Copper sulphate; Copper(2+) sulfate; Copper monosulfate; Copper(ii) sulfate, anhydrous; Hylinec; Trinagle; Delcup; Cupric sulphate; Roman vitriol; Blue Copper; Copper sulfate (1:1)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Algaecide?

CAS 18939-61-2; molecular formula CuSO4; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Algaecide known by?

Copper sulfate, 7758-98-7, Copper(II) sulfate, CUPRIC SULFATE, Cupric sulfate anhydrous, Copper sulphate.

What is the regulatory status of Algaecide?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Substance added to food: NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT, PROCESSING AID; CIR / INCI: Skin conditioning.

Is Algaecide classified as hazardous?

1.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (14 of 1268).

What are the key physical properties of Algaecide?

Boiling Point: 650; Melting Point: 590; Melting Point: 590 °C decomp; Solubility: In water, 243 g/l @ 0 °C..

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