COPPER SULFATE PENTA (N/A/C)

COPPER SULFATE PENTA (N/A/C) is an odorless blue crystal that readily dissolves in water. It is also soluble in methanol and glycerol, and slightly soluble in ethanol. Sometimes referred to as blue vitriol or bluestone, is a readily available and economical source of copper.

Supplied By: Old Bridge

Product Code: Q16072

Regional Availability: Canada

Chemical Name: Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate

CAS Number: 7758-99-8

Functions: Floatation Agent, Flotation Aid

Chemical Family: Copper (II) Salts

Grade: Mining Grade, Technical Grade

Synonyms: Blue Vitriol, Copper(II) Sulphate Pentahydrate, Cupric Sulfate Pentahydrate, Cupric Sulphate Pentahydrate, CuSO4·5H2O

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    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Family
    Copper (II) Salts
    Chemical Name
    Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate
    Supplied By
    Old Bridge
    Base Chemicals Functions
    Floatation Agent
    Industrial Additives Functions
    Flotation Aid
    CAS No.
    7758-99-8
    EC No.
    616-477-9
    Technologies
    Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
    Industrial Additives & Materials
    Product Families
    Industrial Additives & Materials — Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals
    Mining Aids
    Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Technical Salts & Inorganics
    Inorganics

    Applications & Uses

    Markets
    Industrial
    Applications
    Industrial — Oil, Gas & Mining
    Mining
    Segments
    Mining
    Applications
    Mining — Flotation
    Applicable Processes
    Lead Recovery,
    Zinc Recovery
    Product Applications
    • Old Bridge Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate, Technical (Feed) - Mining Grade - w/o Anti-Caking Additive is used as a floatation reagent in the recovery of zinc and lead in mining applications. The Sphalerite (ZnS) that is rejected during Lead-Zinc Ore mining operations.
    • The lead flotation tails are then floated in a second flotation step after activation with copper sulfate. The copper ions replace zinc atoms on the sphalerite surface creating a pseudo-copper mineral surface coverage on the sphalerite which is then collected using copper flotation type collectors.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Crystals,
    Solid

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Chemical Inventories
    DSL Exempted (Canada)
    Grade
    Mining Grade,
    Technical Grade

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Bag
    Regional Availability
    • Canada
    Packaging Information

    Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate, Mining Grade in 25 Kg, or 50 lb. multi-wall bags and/or 1,000 Kg or 2,000 lb. super sacks

    Storage & Handling

    Handling Conditions
    • Copper Sulfate is acidic and causes severe eye irritation. It may be irritating to the skin and may cause sensitization reactions in certain individuals. Avoid breathing the dust as it may be irritating to the upper respiratory tract.
    • Contact with eyes and skin should be avoided with the use of safety goggles and rubber gloves. In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes and call a physician. If Copper Sulfate is ingested, give large amounts of milk or water. Call a physician.
    • Contaminated clothing should be thoroughly washed before reuse.
    Storage Conditions

    Copper Sulfate should be stored in a cool, dry place. Keep containers closed. Solutions of Copper Sulfate should be stored in tanks fabricated of Type 316 Stainless steel, rubber-lined steel tanks or plastic tanks.