Overview
Copper citrate (CAS 10402-15-0 ) is an inorganic copper salt of citric acid used across agriculture, food, and industrial applications as a source of bioavailable copper and a broad-spectrum biocide.
Its chelated structure allows controlled copper release, making it effective in formulations where sustained activity or nutritional delivery is required. In agriculture, it is registered as a pesticide and fungicide active ingredient.
It is applied to control fungal and bacterial pathogens on crops where copper bioavailability must be balanced against phytotoxicity risk. Food and feed manufacturers use it as a copper fortification agent in nutritional premixes.
It is also used in mineral supplements and animal feed where a soluble, chelated copper source is preferred over inorganic sulfates. Water treatment formulators incorporate it for algae and microbial control.
This includes use in industrial cooling systems and potable water applications. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it functions as a copper source in parenteral nutrition solutions and micronutrient supplement formulations.
Copper citrate is available as a fine powder or crystalline solid. It is supplied in technical grade for agricultural and industrial uses, and in food-grade or USP -compliant specifications for applications.
These high-purity grades are essential for nutritional and pharmaceutical applications. Bulk packaging in fiber drums or bags is standard, with smaller quantities available for laboratory and formulation development use.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 100°C (rough estimate) |
| Color | blue-green crystals, crystalline |
| Form | solid |
| Water Solubility | slightly soluble H2O; soluble ammonia, dilute acids [MER06] |
| Log P | -1.721 (est) |
Safety & Handling
Danger GHS05 GHS07 Hazard Statements H302 Harmful if swallowed H315 Causes skin irritation H318 Causes serious eye damage H335 May cause respiratory irritation Precautionary Statements P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P317 Get emergency medical help. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 10402-15-0
- EC Number
- 641-381-9
- Mol. Weight
- 255.67
- Category
- Chelating Agents