Cupric citrate

Name: Cupric citrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014627

About Cupric citrate

Cupric citrate (CAS 10402-15-0) is a transition metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of ≥34.0%. Its molecular formula is C6H8CuO7+2 and its molecular weight is 255.67 g/mol. Systematically, it is named copper 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. Alternative names: Citric acid, copper salt (8CI) and Coppercitrate (6CI,7CI).

It is supplied as a green to light green to light blue powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 950 °C (dec.) and a density of 4.23 g/mL at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include materials research and chemical synthesis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Cupric citrate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cupric citrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-014627
CAS Number	10402-15-0
IUPAC name	copper 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₈CuO₇⁺2
Molecular weight	255.67 g/mol
Exact mass	254.9566
Purity / assay	≥34.0%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	QDUNDCWSEGVAAB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O.[Cu+2]
PubChem CID	61514

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Green to light green to light blue powder
Melting point	950 °C (dec.)
Density	4.23 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 7
TPSA	132 Å²
Synonyms	2,3-Propanetricarboxylicacid, 2-hydroxy-, copper salt (9CI), Citric acid, copper salt (8CI), Coppercitrate (6CI,7CI), Citric acid, copper salt, 1,2,3Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2hydroxy, copper salt, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, copper salt, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, copper(2+) salt (1:1), Chelates of copper citrate, Cupric(II) Citrate Hemi(pentahydrate)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 10402-15-0

Copper citrate

CAS: 10402-15-0
Formula: C₆H₈CuO₇⁺2
MW: 255.67 g/mol

VQ-014592

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cupric citrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Cupric citrate is 10402-15-0. It is also known as 2,3-Propanetricarboxylicacid, 2-hydroxy-, copper salt (9CI), Citric acid, copper salt (8CI), Coppercitrate (6CI,7CI).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cupric citrate?

Cupric citrate has the molecular formula C6H8CuO7+2 and a molecular weight of 255.67 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is copper 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cupric citrate can I order?

We supply Cupric citrate in (≥34.0%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cupric citrate?

Yes. Every lot of Cupric citrate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cupric citrate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cupric citrate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.