Cupric Oxide

Identification

CuO

M = 79,55 g/mol

CAS [1317-38-0]

EC number: 215-269-1

Taric code: 2825 50 00

Synonyms

Copper monoxide

Applications

analytical chemistry, catalyst (synthesis of organic products), in pyrotechnics, in porcelain industry, in galvanotechnia.

Packaging

  • 1000 g
  • 25 kg

Physical data

  • Appearance: powder, black
  • Spec. Density: 6,45 g/cm3
  • Bulk density: ~ 1600 kg/m3
  • Solub. in water: (20 ºC): insoluble
  • Melting point: 1336 ºC
  • pH(50 g/l H2O, 20 ºC) ~ 7
  • Hygroscopic