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Copper(I) oxide, 97%
Description
It is used as a catalyst in decarboxylation reactions of arylacetic acids and of malonic acids under mild conditions. It is also used in batteries and electrodes, ceramic colorant, catalyst, purification of hydrogen, reagent in analytical chemistry, metallurgical and welding fluxes. It finds its application also as an antifouling agent for marine paints and in Benedict's Test. It is used to provide a source supplemental elemental copper.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
It is used as a catalyst in decarboxylation reactions of arylacetic acids and of malonic acids under mild conditions. It is also used in batteries and electrodes, ceramic colorant, catalyst, purification of hydrogen, reagent in analytical chemistry, metallurgical and welding fluxes. It finds its application also as an antifouling agent for marine paints and in Benedict′s Test. It is used to provide a source supplemental elemental copper.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Dissolves in concentrated ammonia.
Notes
Air and moisture sensitive. Store away from air, water/moisture and oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Specifications
| Boiling Point | 1800°C (decomposition) |
| Melting Point | 1235°C |
| Quantity | 500 g |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| Merck Index | 14,2664 |
| Formula Weight | 143.08 |
| Percent Purity | 97% |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Chemical Name or Material | Copper(I) oxide |
Safety and Handling
- Copper(I) oxide
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
- ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H318-Causes serious eye damage.
- H332-Harmful if inhaled.
- H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Copper(I) oxide
RUO – Research Use Only
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