Cuprous Chloride Manufacturer & Supplier in India

From the very first day of our establishment, Meghachem Industries has been committed to delivering high-quality Cuprous Chloride to customers across diverse industrial sectors. Over the years, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted manufacturer and supplier by consistently maintaining strict quality standards and reliable product performance.

Cuprous Chloride, also known as Copper(I) Chloride or CuCl, is supplied as a white to grey crystalline powder and as grey to black granules, and one of the most commercially important copper compounds used in industrial chemistry.

Cuprous Chloride Quick Facts
Chemical FormulaCuCl
CAS No.7758-89-6
Assay (CuCl)98.00% Min
FormsPowder (white to grey) and granules (grey to black)
Main UsesCuPc pigments, catalysts, organic synthesis, PCB and plating
Packing25 kg HDPE bags, 50 kg drums, jumbo bags
MOQTrial and bulk orders accepted
DocumentsCOA and SDS with every lot

CuCl

Chemical formula

7758-89-6

CAS No.

99.00

Molecular Weight

Manufactured in India

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Available As
Powder & Granules

Meghachem Industries manufactures and supplies cuprous chloride (CuCl) from Ahmedabad, India, to industrial buyers in India and export markets. We can manufacture cuprous chloride to customer specifications. Request a quote for cuprous chloride. Our team replies within one business day.

20+

Years Manufacturing

12+

Countries Served

6,000

MT Annual Capacity

ISO

Certified Facility

Cuprous Chloride Manufacturer & Supplier

Our manufacturing process is carefully controlled to ensure every batch meets precise industrial specifications. We use premium-grade raw materials sourced from reliable and approved vendors in the market, allowing us to maintain consistent purity, stability, and product effectiveness.

The chemicals are processed in advanced manufacturing facilities under the supervision of experienced professionals and expert quality controllers who thoroughly inspect each batch on multiple quality parameters. This rigorous testing process helps ensure controlled impurity limits, proper particle composition, and reliable chemical stability before dispatch.

- Appearance

Powder

White to Grey Coloured Powder

Granules

Grey to Black Granules

Chemical Properties
Solubility Insoluble in water, alcohol and acetone
Soluble In HCl and NH4OH
Air Reactivity Quickly oxidises in air
Oxidation State Copper in +1 state (Cu+)
Nature Controlled impurity limits, COA with every lot

- Standard Specifications

Parameters Our Standard
CuCl 98.00% Min
Cupric Copper as CuCl₂ 0.50% Max
Total Cu 62.90% Min
Acid Insoluble 100 ppm Max
Iron Insoluble 100 ppm Max

- Packing Options

Standard Bags

PP lined HDPE bags of 25 kg and 50 kg

Bulk Bags

Big sack up to 1 MT as per requirement

Need a custom specification or packing? We accommodate buyer-specific requirements.

What is Cuprous Chloride Used For?

Cuprous Chloride’s Cu(I) chemistry makes it uniquely suited for four major industrial applications where Cupric Chloride cannot substitute.

Pigments

Copper Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment

Widely used in Copper Phthalocyanine Blue (PB15) synthesis, one of the world's most important blue pigments used in paints, printing inks, and plastics. The Cu(I) form is commonly preferred for the cyclization reaction forming the phthalocyanine ring structure.

Chemicals

Catalyst for Organic Reactions

Acts as a catalyst in important organic reactions including the Sandmeyer reaction, Ullmann coupling, and various oxidative coupling reactions. Its role as a Cu(I) Lewis acid catalyst is well established in industrial organic and fine chemical synthesis.

Cellulose

Denitrating Agent

Used as a denitrating agent in cellulose nitrate manufacture to control the degree of nitration. Important in speciality cellulose processing for films, lacquers, and explosives-grade products where precise nitrate content is required.

Petroleum

Catalyst, Desulfurizing & Decolouring Agent

Used in petroleum refining as a catalyst, desulfurizing agent to remove sulfur compounds from petroleum streams, and decolouring agent to improve refined petroleum quality. Its selectivity for sulfur-containing compounds is valuable in sweetening processes.

Why Meghachem for Cuprous Chloride?

We are among the most prominent Cuprous Chloride manufacturers in India, able to manufacture as per customer requirements.

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Dedicated CuCl Production

20+ years of focused Cuprous Chloride production with 6,000 MT annual capacity. Scale and process depth few Indian manufacturers can match.

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12+ countries Export Track Record

Active buyer relationships in Frankfurt, Rotterdam, Dubai, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City. Full export documentation handled in-house.

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Controlled Impurity Limits

Every lot is tested for assay, cupric copper, acid insolubles and iron, and ships with a COA.

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SDS and Safe Handling

Supplied with an SDS covering hazards, storage and handling. Cuprous chloride is harmful if swallowed and toxic to aquatic life, so handle as per the SDS.

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Sealed Packing Against Oxidation

Cuprous chloride oxidises in moist air, so it is packed in PP bags with HDPE liners and sealed to protect quality in storage and transit. Store in a cool, dry place.

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Custom Specs Available

We manufacture Cuprous Chloride as per customer specifications. Custom grades, particle sizes, and packaging configurations accommodated.

What Our Clients Say

Our clients rely on us for consistent quality and dependable supply. Their feedback reflects the trust and long-term relationships we build through every delivery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Cuprous Chloride (CuCl) is formed by reducing Cupric Chloride (CuCl2) using metallic copper or a reducing agent such as sulfur dioxide, or by direct reaction of copper metal with hydrochloric acid in the presence of oxygen. The resulting Cu(I) compound is precipitated, filtered, and dried under controlled conditions to prevent oxidation back to the Cu(II) state.
Copper(I) Chloride is the chemical compound with the formula CuCl. The molecular weight is 99.00 g/mol and the CAS number is 7758-89-6. Copper is in the +1 oxidation state, which distinguishes it from Cupric Chloride (CuCl2) where copper is in the +2 state.

Cuprous chloride slowly oxidises in moist air. Keep it in sealed, moisture-proof packing in a cool, dry place, keep containers closed when not in use, and follow the SDS for handling.

Cuprous Chloride (CuCl) has copper in the +1 oxidation state and is insoluble in water, while Cupric Chloride (CuCl2) has copper in the +2 state and is water-soluble. Cuprous Chloride is used mainly as a catalyst and in Copper Phthalocyanine Blue pigment synthesis, while Cupric Chloride is more widely used in etching, wood preservation, and as an oxidising agent.
Meghachem supplies Cuprous Chloride at 98.00% Min CuCl assay, with Cupric Copper (as CuCl2) below 0.50% Max, Total Cu at 62.90% Min, and both Acid Insoluble and Iron Insoluble below 100 ppm. Every batch is tested in-house before dispatch and ships with a Certificate of Analysis.

Yes. Meghachem exports Cuprous Chloride to buyers in 12+ countries, including Germany, the Netherlands, Turkey, UAE, Indonesia, and Vietnam, with full export documentation — Certificate of Analysis, MSDS, and packing list — provided with every shipment.

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Sunday:

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+91 991 376 7075

Phone:

+91 982 503 2614

Email:

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Location:

Plot No.8, Phase-2, NR Kadamb Restaurant,
GIDC Vatva, Ahmedabad-382445, Gujarat, India.

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