Cuprous Chloride (CAS 7758-89-6) — formula ClCu, molecular weight 99.00; category inorganic chemicals.
| CAS Number | 7758-89-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | ClCu |
| Molecular Weight | 99.00 |
| Melting Point | 423 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1490 °C @760 [mm Hg] |
| Applications | Uses: Used to produce other copper compounds and in the production of silicone polymers, ethylene-propene rubbers, dialkyl carbonates, and acrylonitrile, Also used to purify carbon monoxide and to produce phthalocyanine pigments, Occurs in nature as nantokite, [Ullmann] Used as a catalyst for organic reactions, decolorizer, catalyst, and desulfuring agent in the petroleum industry, in denitration of cellulose, as condensing agent for soaps, fats, and oils, and in gas analysis to absorb carbon monoxide, [Merck Index] Used in Korea as a raw material for coloring agents and as a catalyst for CO and H2 production, [Reference #1] Used to control plant root growth in nursery pots (incorporated into the plastic), [Reference #2], Petroleum Production and Refining [Category: Industry], Copper(I) chloride is as a precursor to the fungicide copper oxychloride. It is also used in organic and polymer chemistry. (L292), Industry Uses: Intermediate, Catalyst, Consumer Uses: Catalyst, Preservative, U.S. Production: 2023: 2, 500, 000 - <4, 000, 000 lb, 2022: 2, 2021: 2, 2020: 2, General Manufacturing Information: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing, All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing, Mining (except Oil and Gas) and support activities, Copper chloride (CuCl): ACTIVE |
| Category | Inorganic Chemicals |
Documented applications: Uses: Used to produce other copper compounds and in the production of silicone polymers, ethylene-propene rubbers, dialkyl carbonates, and acrylonitrile, Also used to purify carbon monoxide and to produce phthalocyanine pigments, Occurs in nature as nantokite, [Ullmann] Used as a catalyst for organic reactions, decolorizer, catalyst, and desulfuring agent in the petroleum industry, in denitration of cellulose, as condensing agent for soaps, fats, and oils, and in gas analysis to absorb carbon monoxide, [Merck Index] Used in Korea as a raw material for coloring agents and as a catalyst for CO and H2 production, [Reference #1] Used to control plant root growth in nursery pots (incorporated into the plastic), [Reference #2], Petroleum Production and Refining [Category: Industry], Copper(I) chloride is as a precursor to the fungicide copper oxychloride. It is also used in organic and polymer chemistry. (L292), Industry Uses: Intermediate, Catalyst, Consumer Uses: Catalyst, Preservative, U.S. Production: 2023: 2, 500, 000 - <4, 000, 000 lb, 2022: 2, 2021: 2, 2020: 2, General Manufacturing Information: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing, All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing, Mining (except Oil and Gas) and support activities, Copper chloride (CuCl): ACTIVE.
Cuprous Chloride is an inorganic compound with CAS registry number 7758-89-6 and molecular formula ClCu (molecular weight 99.00), belonging to the inorganic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 7758-89-6
Its molecular formula ClCu comprises 1 Cl, 1 Cu atoms.
Also known as: Cuprous Chloride · Copper(I) chloride
Category: inorganic chemicals
The CAS registry number of Cuprous Chloride is 7758-89-6.
Molecular formula ClCu, molecular weight 99.00.
It is also registered under: Cuprous Chloride, Copper(I) chloride.
Recorded applications: Uses: Used to produce other copper compounds and in the production of silicone polymers, ethylene-propene rubbers, dialkyl carbonates, and acrylonitrile, Also used to purify carbon monoxide and to produce phthalocyanine pigments, Occurs in nature as nantokite, [Ullmann] Used as a catalyst for organic reactions, decolorizer, catalyst, and desulfuring agent in the petroleum industry, in denitration of cellulose, as condensing agent for soaps, fats, and oils, and in gas analysis to absorb carbon monoxide, [Merck Index] Used in Korea as a raw material for coloring agents and as a catalyst for CO and H2 production, [Reference #1] Used to control plant root growth in nursery pots (incorporated into the plastic), [Reference #2], Petroleum Production and Refining [Category: Industry], Copper(I) chloride is as a precursor to the fungicide copper oxychloride. It is also used in organic and polymer chemistry. (L292), Industry Uses: Intermediate, Catalyst, Consumer Uses: Catalyst, Preservative, U.S. Production: 2023: 2, 500, 000 - <4, 000, 000 lb, 2022: 2, 2021: 2, 2020: 2, General Manufacturing Information: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing, All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing, Mining (except Oil and Gas) and support activities, Copper chloride (CuCl): ACTIVE.
Category: Inorganic Chemicals.
Independent reference data for Cuprous Chloride (CAS 7758-89-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 7758-89-6 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 62652 |
| Molecular formula | ClCu |
| IUPAC name | chlorocopper |
| UNII (FDA) | C955P95064 |
| Molecular Weight | 99.00 |
|---|---|
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 0 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 97.898450 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 97.898450 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 0 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 2 |
| Boiling Point | 1490 °C @760 [mm Hg] |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 423 °C |
| Density | 4.14 @25 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 [mm Hg] @546 °C |
Cuprous chloride; COPPER(I) CHLORIDE; 7758-89-6; Copper monochloride; Dicopper dichloride; Copper(1+) chloride; Copper chloride (CuCl); Chlorid medny; CuCl; Cuproid; Cu-lyt; C955P95064; CHEBI:53472; RefChem:128845; DTXCID3015242; 231-842-9
| Reported hazard statements | H302, H400, H410, H317, H373, H301, H331 |
|---|
H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
Cuprous Chloride · CAS 7758-89-6 · ClCu. UNII C955P95064. Boiling Point: 1490 °C @760 [mm Hg]; Melting Point: 423 °C; Density: 4.14 @25 °C.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
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