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Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate is used as a catalyst for carbene transfer reactions, coupling reactions and Michael addition reactions. It is also used as a catalyst for the polymerization of olefins and transesterification reactions as well as a PVC stabilizer. Further, it is used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, acrylic adhesives, silicone rubbers. In addition to this, it is used as a lubricant additive and paint drier.
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Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate is used as a catalyst for carbene transfer reactions, coupling reactions and Michael addition reactions. It is also used as a catalyst for the polymerization of olefins and transesterification reactions as well as a PVC stabilizer. Further, it is used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, acrylic adhesives, silicone rubbers. In addition to this, it is used as a lubricant additive and paint drier.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
∼286°C (decomposition)
Boiling Point
160°C (10 mmHg)
Odor
Weak
Quantity
500 g
Beilstein
4157957
Solubility Information
Insoluble in water.
Formula Weight
261.76
Percent Purity
98%
Chemical Name or Material
Copper(II) 2,4-pentanedionate
Hazard Category
H302+H312+H332-H315-H319-H335-H360-H500
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H315-H319-H335
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement
P201-P202-P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280i-P281-P301+P312-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P308+P313-P312-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c
EINECSNumber
236-477-9
RTECSNumber
GL6520000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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