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Copper(I) chloride

≥99.995% trace metals basis

Synonym(s):

Copper monochloride, Cuprous chloride

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Linear Formula:
CuCl
CAS Number:
7758-89-6
Molecular Weight:
99.00
NACRES:
NA.23
PubChem Substance ID:
24853291
UNSPSC Code:
12352302
EC Number:
231-842-9
MDL number:
MFCD00010971
Assay:
≥99.995% trace metals basis
Form:
powder
Solubility:
slightly soluble 0.47 g/L at 20 °C
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vapor pressure

1.3 mmHg ( 546 °C)

Quality Segment

200

assay

≥99.995% trace metals basis

form

powder

reaction suitability

core: copper, reagent type: catalyst

technique(s)

mass spectrometry (MS): suitable

impurities

≤50.0 ppm Trace Rare Earth Analysis

bp

1490 °C (lit.)

mp

430 °C (lit.)

solubility

slightly soluble 0.47 g/L at 20 °C

SMILES string

Cl[Cu]

InChI

1S/ClH.Cu/h1H;/q;+1/p-1

InChI key

OXBLHERUFWYNTN-UHFFFAOYSA-M

General description

The structure of copper(I) chloride is similar to zinc-blende crystal at room temperature; the structure is wurtzite at 407 °C and at higher temperatures it forms copper(I) chloride vapor as per mass spectroscopy.

Application

CuCl may be used as an initiator for hydrostannation of α,α-unsaturated ketones and other similar radical reactions.
Shows unique character as an initiator of radical reactions such as the hydrostannation of α,β-unsaturated ketones.
Shows unique character as an initiator of radical reactions such as the hydrostannation of α,β-unsaturated ketones.

Features and Benefits

  • Exceptional Purity of ≥99.995%, ensures minimal contamination, providing reliable performance in catalytic reactions.
  • Low Trace Metal Impurities reduces the risk of side reactions and enhances selectivity in catalysis, leading to higher yields of desired products.
  • Maintains stability under reaction conditions, ensuring consistent catalytic performance and longevity.
  • The 64.1% copper content in Copper(I) chloride (≥99.995% trace metals) enhances catalytic efficiency, increases reactivity, ensures stability in reactions, and allows for versatile applications while being cost-effective.

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Danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Dermal - Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Aquatic Acute 1 - Aquatic Chronic 1 - Eye Dam. 1 - Skin Irrit. 2

Storage Class

8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials

wgk

WGK 3

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

ppe

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves

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