Copper sulphate pentahydrate AR, 500g

Molecular Formula: CuSO₄·5H₂O

• Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate

Synonyms: • Bluestone

• Cupric Sulphate pentahydrate

CAS Number: 7758-99-8

Molecular Weight: 249.68 g/mol

Description:

Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate, also known as copper sulphate, is an inorganic compound often used for control of algae in lakes and related fresh waters subject to eutrophication. It remains the most effective algicidal treatment. A dilute solution of copper sulfate is used to treat aquarium fishes for parasitic infections, and is also used to remove snails from aquariums and zebra mussels from water pipes. Copper ions are highly toxic to fish, however. Most species of algae can be controlled with very low concentrations of copper sulfate. Several chemical tests utilize copper sulfate. It is used in Fehling's solution and Benedict's solution to test for reducing sugars.

Safety:

Hazard Statements: H302 Harmful if swallowed, H315 Causes skin irritation, H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements: P260 Do not breath dust or vapours, P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling, P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product, P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P301+P312+P330

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell, P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water, P332+P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention, P305+P351+P338

IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing, P337+P313 IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention, P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse, P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, state or federal regulations.