Copper(II) citrate

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  • CAT Number: M075253
  • CAS Number: 17263-57-9
  • Molecular Formula: C12H10Cu3O14
  • Molecular Weight: 568.83
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Copper(II) citrate(Cat No.:M075253) is a coordination compound composed of copper ions (Cu2+) coordinated to citrate ligands, derived from citric acid. It exists as a blue-green solid and is sparingly soluble in water. Copper(II) citrate is utilized in various industrial and research applications, including as a dietary supplement for copper supplementation in livestock and as a source of copper ions in chemical reactions. Additionally, it is employed in the synthesis of copper-containing materials, catalysts, and pigments. Its diverse applications stem from its ability to serve as a stable source of copper in aqueous environments.


Catalog Number M075253
CAS Number 17263-57-9
Molecular Formula C12H10Cu3O14
Purity ≥95%
Storage -20°C
IUPAC Name tricopper;2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
InChI InChI=1S/2C6H8O7.3Cu/c2*7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10;;;/h2*13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12);;;/q;;3*+2/p-6
InChIKey STDMRMREKPZQFJ-UHFFFAOYSA-H
SMILES C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.[Cu+2].[Cu+2].[Cu+2]

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