Copper(II) acetate hydrate
ALDRICH/341746 - 98%
Synonym: Cupric acetate hydrate
CAS Number: 66923-66-8
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C4H6CuO4 · xH2O
Molecular Weight: 181.63 (anhydrous basis)
EC Number: 205-553-3
MDL Number: MFCD00149570
Linear Formula: Cu(CO2CH3)2 · xH2O
Product Type: Chemical
| assay | 98% |
| composition | Degree of hydration, ~1 |
| form | crystals |
| InChI | 1S/2C2H4O2.Cu.H2O/c2*1-2( |
| InChI key | NWFNSTOSIVLCJA-UHFFFAOYSA |
| Quality Level | 100 ![]() |
| reaction suitability | core: copper |
| SMILES string | O.CC(=O)O[Cu]OC(C)=O |
| vapor density | 6.9 (vs air) |
| Application: | Copper(II) acetate hydrate can be used as: • A copper source in synthesizing CuS@C nanocomposites for sodium-ion battery anodes, delivering 485 mAh/g capacity after 200 cycles. • A precursor to synthesize copper oxide thin films through deposition techniques like atomic layer deposition (ALD) and pulsed spray pyrolysis, enabling p-type semiconductor layers for optoelectronic applications. • A electrocatalyst precursor for CO2 reduction to ethanol. • A Precursor for superhydrophobic coatings via electrochemical deposition. |
| General description: | Copper(II) acetate hydrate is a high-purity (98%), blue crystalline solid widely used as a versatile precursor for copper-based materials. Its hydrate form enhances solubility in aqueous/organic solvents, facilitating solution processing for advanced applications. Recent research emphasizes its role in sustainable energy technologies, catalysis, and functional nanomaterials, aligning with trends in green chemistry and renewable energy. |
| Packaging: | 100, 500 g in poly bottle |
| Packaging: | 2.5 kg in poly bottle |
| Symbol | ![]() GHS07,GHS09 |
| Signal word | Warning |
| Hazard statements | H302 - H315 - H319 - H335 - H400 |
| Precautionary statements | P261 - P264 - P273 - P301 + P312 - P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338 |
| Hazard Codes | Xn,N |
| Risk Statements | 22-36/37/38-50/53 |
| Safety Statements | 26-60-61 |
| RIDADR | UN 3077 9 / PGIII |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Purity | 98% |
| UNSPSC | 12352103 |



