Uses
Cupric citrate is useful for the preparation of antiwear and antioxidant lubricating oil.
Uses
Copper Citrate was used to study the effects of copper on activity and kinetics of free and mineral-immobilized acid phosphatase.
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by
ingestion. Experimental reproductive
effects. An experimental teratogen. See also
COPPER COMPOUNDS.
Synthesis
Copper citrate may be obtained by the action of a hot solution of copper sulphate with a suitable quantity of sodium citrate solution.