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Product Short Description: Is an inorganic compound with the formula CuCN
Product Description:

Copper Cyanide is a green powder. Insoluble in water. Toxic by skin absorption, through open wounds, by ingestion, and by inhalation of hydrogen cyanide that arises from slight decomposition. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen in fires.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Uses
Copper cyanide is used in a variety of applications, including: 

 

  • Electroplating: Copper cyanide is used in electroplating copper, iron, silver, brass, and copper-tin alloys. 
  • Catalyst: Copper cyanide is used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and polymerization. 
  • Reagent: Copper cyanide is used as a reagent in the preparation of nitriles. 
  • Dye and pigment production: Copper cyanide is used to make phthalocyanine dyes and pigments. 
Product Application:

USES

  • Electroplating: Copper cyanide is used in electroplating copper on iron, as well as other base materials like aluminum, zinc, and nickel alloys. 
  • Catalyst: Copper cyanide is used as a catalyst in polymerizations. 
  • Reagent: Copper cyanide is used as a reagent in the preparation of nitriles. 
  • Insecticide, fungicide, and biocide: Copper cyanide can be used as an insecticide, fungicide, and biocide in marine paints.
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Appearance
Copper cyanide is an off-white solid that can appear green if it contains impurities. 
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Product Technical Specification:

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance A Green Powder 
Density 2.92 g/mL at 25 °C 
Melting point 474 °C
Insoluble in Water
Remarks:
Toxicity
Copper cyanide is toxic and can be absorbed through the skin, inhaled, or ingested. It can also produce toxic oxides of nitrogen in fires. 
Environmental hazard
Copper cyanide is an environmental hazard if handled or disposed of improperly. It is very toxic to aquatic life and can have long-lasting effects.
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