Copper Carbonate, Cupric Carbonate, 1184-64-1

Copper Carbonate (Cupric Carbonate) - CuCO₃

Basic Information

Chemical Structure and Properties

Copper carbonate is a compound formed as a result of copper losing its electrons. It contains over 55 percent copper content. The copper concentration may vary depending on the production process.

Physical and Chemical Properties:

Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in acids
Thermal Behavior: Can be transformed into different copper compounds through oxidation with heat application
Color Properties: Functions as a colorant in glazes and engobes

Production Methods

Classical Production Method

Sodium Carbonate is added to an aqueous solution of Copper Sulfate. The resulting precipitate is filtered and dried. The final product obtained is Carbonic Acid Copper Salt, which is Copper Carbonate.

Recycling Method

In our developing world, evaluating waste copper metals has gained importance. In this method, scrap copper metals, an amine (generally Ammonia), and an oxidizing compound are used to obtain basic copper salts. The following can be synthesized using this method:

• Basic Copper Carbonate

• Basic Copper Sulfate

• Basic Copper Nitrate

• Basic Copper Acetate

Areas of Application

Agricultural Sector

For seed treatment, water-insoluble micronutrient sources are preferred for corn seedlings to absorb micronutrients like copper. Seed applications serve as an alternative to foliar and root micronutrient applications. The compound is used together with Polyacrylic Acid in controlling plant diseases.

Animal Husbandry

Copper carbonate is used in the manufacturing of animal feeds as a copper source.

Ceramics and Glass Industry

The compound is used as a colorant in glazes and engobes. It is capable of producing green, turquoise, and red color tones depending on hot-processed glaze formulas. The red color emerges through processes performed in reduction kilns.

Paint Industry

Copper carbonate is used as a pigment in paint and some varnish formulas. It is also used in the production of artists' paints.

Wood Protection

Acetoarsenite is obtained by adding Cupric Carbonate to arsenic. This chemical is used as an insecticide in the agricultural sector and helps prevent the spread of weeds.

Chemical Industry

The compound is used in the manufacturing of copper chromite catalysts and in the production of fatty methyl esters.

Plant Cultivation

For algae control, copper complexes using Monoethanolamine and Triethanolamine are prepared to inhibit the growth of aquatic plants. In plastic pot applications, controlled growth of plant roots inside plastic pots is achieved.

Additional Applications

The compound is used together with Polyacrylic Acid for plant disease control.

Important Note

Copper Carbonate is a valuable compound and can be transformed into different compounds through oxidation with heat application. This property enables its use for various purposes in industrial applications.

Other Names of Copper Carbonate (Cupric Carbonate)

Copper Carbonate (Cupric Carbonate) is also known by the following names:

Official and Scientific Names

• Carbonic Acid Copper Salt

• Copper Monocarbonate

• Cupric Carbonate

Commercial and Common Names

• Copper Carbonate

• CuCO₃ (Chemical formula)

Identification Number

• CAS Number: 1184-64-1 (Universal identifier number for chemical substances)

All of these names refer to the same chemical compound. Different sectors or purposes may prefer one of these names. For example, while "Copper Carbonate" or "Cupric Carbonate" is generally preferred in the ceramics industry, the expression "Carbonic Acid Copper Salt" may be used in chemical literature.