Copper oxide

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Formula

CAS

Cu2O

1317-39-1

 
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
 

Background

Copper oxide occurs in nature as the mineral cuprite as red to reddish-brown crystals. It is prepared commercially by reduction of mixtures of copper oxides with copper. The color may be yellow, red, or brown depending on the method of preparation and the particle size.

 

Synonyms

Copper oxide
Copper (1) oxide
Cuprous oxide
Red copper oxide
C.I. 77402
Perenex
Yellow cuprocide
Copper-Sandoz
Caocobre

 

Uses

Antispetic for fish nets
Fungicide
Intauterine device (IUD)
Paints (anitfouling for marine use)
Photoelectric cells
Rectifiers
Red pigment for glass, ceramic glazes

 

Cross-Reactions

 

 

Unusual Reactions

 

 

References

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Romaguera, C. and F. Grimalt, Contact dermatitis from a copper-containing intrauterine contraceptive device. Contact Dermatitis, 1981. 7(3): p. 163-4.

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Karlberg, A.T., A. Boman, and J.E. Wahlberg, Copper--a rare sensitizer. Contact Dermatitis, 1983. 9(2): p. 134-9.

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Mobacken, H., et al., Oral lichen planus: hypersensitivity to dental restoration material. Contact Dermatitis, 1984. 10(1): p. 11-5.

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Rongioletti, F., G. Rivara, and A. Rebora, Contact dermatitis to a copper-containing intra-uterine device. Contact Dermatitis, 1985. 13(5): p. 343.

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Larsson, A., et al., Irritant and sensitizing potential of copper, mercury and tin salts in experimental contact stomatitis of rat oral mucosa. Contact Dermatitis, 1990. 23(3): p. 146-53.

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Nordlind, K. and S. Liden, Patch test reactions to metal salts in patients with oral mucosal lesions associated with amalgam restorations. Contact Dermatitis, 1992. 27(3): p. 157-60.

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Motolese, A., et al., Contact dermatitis and contact sensitization among enamellers and decorators in the ceramics industry. Contact Dermatitis, 1993. 28(2): p. 59-62.

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Vilaplana, J., C. Romaguera, and F. Cornellana, Contact dermatitis and adverse oral mucous membrane reactions related to the use of dental prostheses. Contact Dermatitis, 1994. 30(2): p. 80-4.

 

 

 

 

 

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