Copper Sulfate

Action/Use:

Algaecide
;
Fungicide

Use: Formerly used as a fungicide in copper-lime dust. For control of algae, pond weeds in impounded potable waters; use in potable water, irrigation water conveyance systems; root control in sewers; algae, tadpole shrimp in rice. Phyton-27* for bacterial and fungal control on many crops and trees. MasterCop* for use in citrus, field crops, vegetables, small fruits, tree crops and vines.

Chemistry

Formula: CuH₁₀O₉S.

Properties: Blue color with no odor. Absorbs moisture readily when exposed to air. Phyton-27*: Thick greenish-brown liquid with pleasant odor.

Mode of Action / Resistance Management

Chemical Group: Inorganic

Mode of Action: Causes imbalance of copper with other enzyme metal cofactors, resulting in enzyme blockage

Action Group: Plant cells

Environmental Guidelines

Hazards: Fish: LC₅₀ 31 mg/l (rainbow trout). Bee: Toxic

Water Solubility: Very soluble

Safety Guidelines

Signal Word: DANGER

Toxicity Class: I

Toxicity: (Rat): Oral LD₅₀ 470 mg/kg. Nontoxic dermally or by inhalation. Corrosive to eyes. Causes severe skin irritation

Handling/storage Cautions: Harmful if absorbed through skin or inhaled. May cause skin sensitization reactions in certain individuals. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, clothing, or breathing dust

Protective Clothing: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants. Chemical-resistant gloves. Shoes plus socks. Protective eyewear.

Suppliers and Branded Products

Basic Producers:

AAKO B.V. (SISCOP*)

Aimco Pesticides Limited

Chem One Ltd.

Forward International Ltd.

General Chemical Co., Ltd.

Green Mountain Co., Ltd.

Hektas Ticaret T.A.S. (Hektas* Goztasi)

Ingenieria Industrial, S.A. de C.V. (Sulfacob*, Sulfacop*)

Koruma Tarim A.S.