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Copper(II) nitrite

Copper(II) nitrite structure

Copper(II) nitrite 

structure
  • CAS No:

    14984-71-5

  • Formula:

    Cu.2HNO2

  • Chemical Name:

    Copper(II) nitrite

  • Synonyms:

    Nitrous acid,copper(2+) salt (2:1);Nitrous acid,copper(2+) salt;Copper nitrite (Cu(NO2)2);Cupric dinitrite;Copper dinitrite;Copper(II) nitrite;74332-41-5

Description

Copper(II) Nitrite(II), which is a common inorganic compound with the formula Cu(NO2)2, usually occurs in a blue or green solid form. This compound is formed by the chemical reaction of copper metal with nitrite ions. Copper(II) Nitrite(II) has a fairly good water solubility, so in nature, it tends to exist in the form of hydrates, which means that it is able to combine with a certain number of water molecules to form a stable crystal structure. This property makes Copper(II) Nitrite(II) widely used in industry and the laboratory, for example in chemical synthesis, electroplating, and as a catalyst. Due to its unique chemical and physical properties, Copper(II) Nitrite(II) plays an important role in scientific research and industrial production.

Copper(II) nitrite Basic Attributes

155.557

154.915

239-068-3

Characteristics

105

0.49870

decomposes at 120℃ [HAW93]

slightly soluble H2O; soluble NH4OH; decomposes in dilute acids

Copper(II) nitrite Use and Manufacturing

Uses

Copper(II) Nitrite(II) is an important chemical reagent that plays a key role in the field of chemical synthesis, especially in the preparation of other copper compounds. This compound is often used as a catalyst to accelerate the rate of chemical reactions, thereby improving production efficiency and product quality. At the same time, Copper(II) Nitrite(II) also acts as an effective preservative, which can inhibit the growth of microorganisms and extend the shelf life of products. In agriculture, Copper(II) Nitrite(II) is widely used in crop protection to help prevent and control certain plant diseases and improve crop yield and quality. In addition, it also has a wide range of applications in the coating industry, can be used as part of the coating formulation, enhance the adhesion and durability of the coating, making the final coating more wear and corrosion resistant. In the plastics industry, Copper(II) Nitrite(II) also plays an important role in improving the physical properties of plastics, such as increasing their strength and stability, resulting in more durable and reliable plastic products.

Nitrous acid, copper(2+) salt (2:1): INACTIVE

Computed Properties

Molecular Weight:155.56
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count:6
Exact Mass:154.915404
Monoisotopic Mass:154.915404
Topological Polar Surface Area:105
Heavy Atom Count:7
Complexity:7.5
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:3
Compound Is Canonicalized:Yes

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