Salts & Minerals
REACH
Basic copper carbonate
CAS Number
12069-69-1
EC Number
235-113-6
What is Basic copper carbonate?
Basic copper carbonate (CAS 12069-69-1), also known as copper carbonate hydroxide, is an inorganic copper salt.
Where is Basic copper carbonate used?
- Agriculture: fungicide and seed treatment agent protecting cereal and vegetable crops against soil-borne pathogens before germination
- Animal feed: copper mineral supplement meeting livestock nutritional requirements
- Antifouling and wood preservation coatings: primary biocidal component inhibiting microbial and algal growth on marine and structural surfaces
- Building and construction: pigment applications
- Protective coatings: corrosion-inhibiting additive
- It functions as a source of bioavailable copper and as a biocidal active.
Commercial specifications
- Feed-grade material meets purity standards suitable for animal nutrition; technical grade serves industrial coating and preservation uses
- Bulk packaging in bags and bulk containers
- Copper content typically specified as a key quality parameter
Other Names (Synonyms)
Copper, [μ-[carbonato(2-)-κO:κO′]]dihydroxydi-|Copper carbonate hydroxide (Cu2(OH)2CO3)|Copper, (carbonato)dihydroxydi-|Carbonic acid, copper complex|Copper(II) carbonate|Copper Carbonate|Cupric Carbonate|Malachite (Synthetic).
What are the physical properties of Basic copper carbonate?
Melting Point 200 °C (decomp)
Density 4
Appearance Green powder
Color green
Form Solid
Water Solubility Insoluble
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Basic copper carbonate?
HS Code 28369911
UN Number 3288
Storage Class 13 - Non Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 2