Copper 29 Cu 63.546

Cupric Sulfate Pentahydrate USP/EP Low HM Crystals

Jost Code: 2302

Synonyms: Blue Vitriol, Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate, Sulfuric acid, copper(II) salt (1:1) pentahydrate

Cupric Sulfate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. Copper aids in the absorption of iron, in the formation of red blood cells and the proper bone formation and maintenance. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Formula
CuSO4 · 5 H2O
CAS Number
7758-99-8
Molecular Weight
249.69
Use
Nutrient; dietary supplement
Description
Blue crystals
Containers
25 kg. / 55 lb. Fiber drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
07/25/2017
Assay (USP)
98.5-100.5%
Assay (EP)
99.0-101.0%
Appearance of Solution
Clear Solution S
LOD (USP)
33.0 – 36.5%
LOD (EP)
35.0 - 36.5%
Lead (Pb)
1 ppm maximum
Cadmium (Cd)
1 ppm maximum
Arsenic (As)
1 ppm maximum
Mercury (Hg)
0.1 ppm maximum
Chlorides
100.0 ppm maximum
Sodium
0.02% maximum
Potassium
0.01% maximum
Calcium
0.005% maximum
Iron
0.003% maximum
Nickel
0.005% maximum
Identification
Copper
Positive
Sulfate
Positive
Residual Solvents
Conforms to USP
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
1000 cfu / gram maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
100 cfu / gram maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
Copper Content
25.0 - 25.6%