Copper Octoate

Copper Octoate Description

Copper Octoate is an anti-fouling agent. it is use in ship bottom paints. Copper Octoate hydrolysis gradually in to copper hydroxide & octoic acid in the presence of seawater, copper hydroxide is an active toxicant. It is use as a rot proofing agent in textile, cordage etc.& to prevent dry rot & mildew grow in timber. Copper may be applied on textile fabrics by dipping, spraying or impregnation. The recommended dosage is 2 % to 2.5 % as metal.

PRODUCT/ GRADE METAL CONTENT % M/M APPEARANCE COLOUR SOLID CONTENT % M/M SPECIFIC GRAVITY (AT 30°C) VISCOSITY (AT 30°C) SEC. APPLICATION INFORMATION
Copper octoate
6 %
white Spirits
5.8-6.2 Clear liquid Dark Green 25-35 0.8-0.85 25 Max Surface drying inhibitor to allow through dry
Copper octoate
8 %
white Spirits
7.8 – 8.3 Clear liquid Dark Green 30-40 0.8-0.85 25 Max Surface drying inhibitor to allow through dry
Copper octoate
12 %
white Spirits
11.7- 12.3 Clear liquid Dark Green 45-50 0.88 - 0.95 50 Max Surface drying inhibitor to allow through dry
Copper octoate
16 %
PKWF
15.7- 16.3 Clear liquid Dark Green 65-75 0.9 -1.10 300 Max Surface drying inhibitor to allow through dry

Packing Details

As per customer requirement.

Storage

Protect from the effects of weathering and store at temperatures below 50 °C. Once opened, containers should be resealed immediately after each use.

Safety

Please refer to our Material safety data sheet for information.