Copper(II) nitrate, Cu(NO3)2, is an inorganic compound that forms a blue crystalline solid. It also occurs as five different hydrates, the most common being the trihydrate and hexahydrate.

May be used as a precursor for the synthesis of copper(II) complexes

Minimum Assay: >99%
Molecular Formula: Cu(NO3)2 · 3H2O
Molecular Weight: 241.60 g/mol
Melting Point: 114°C
pH 3.4 (50g/l in Water)
Chloride (Cl): <100ppm
Sulphate (SO4): <100ppm
Calcium (Ca): <25ppm
Carbon (Co): <5ppm
Iron (Fe): <50ppm
Magnesium (Mg): <20ppm
Manganese (Mn): <5ppm
Nickel (Ni): <10ppm
Lead (Pb): <30ppm
Zinc (Zn): <50ppm
Water Insolubles: <100ppm

Hazard Class: 5.1

Packing Group: 2

Hazard Phrases: May intensify fire; oxidiser. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. Very toxic to aquatic life.

Prec Phrases: Keep/Store away from clothing/ Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.



Cas No: 10031-43-3
Einecs No: 221-838-5
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