Copper Abietate
Synonyms
Abietic acid, copper salt;
1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, copper salt (2:1), (1R,4aR,4bR,10aR)-;
Category
Anionic Surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 25986-23-6
EINECS: 247-393-7
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C40H58CuO4; C20H30O2.1/2Cu
Molecular Weight: 666.43
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), blue solid.
Solubility insoluble in water, soluble in benzene.
Stability stable. Easily oxidized.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antimicrobial, antibacterial, preservative, emulsifying, dispersing, lubricating, solubilizing abilities. Broad-spectrum, low toxic fungicide.
Synthesis
Obtained that sodium abietate reacts with copper sulfate.
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
|
Cu, % |
|
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
GB/T 5173 Surface active agents and detergents -- Determination of anionic-active matter by direct two-phase titration procedure
ISO 2271 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Determination of anionic-active matter by manual or mechanical direct two-phase titration procedure
(2), Cu
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb, except Cu), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as antimicrobial agent, preservative.
2, Agriculture
Use as fungicide.
Manufacturers
Update: 20131114(1); 20181023(2);