Copper (I) Oxide red by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. Also known as Cuprous oxide, this compound is an oxide of copper. The reagent is available as a red powder which is insoluble in water. It has a melting point at 1,232C, and a boiling point at 1,800 C. Copper oxide can be generated by the oxidation of copper metal. While it is stable under general conditions, this reagent is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. CAS No.: 1317-38-0 Quantity Provided: 500 gm per bottle Molecular formula: CuO Molecular weight: 79.55 Assay: Minimum 98 %Copper Oxide has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This reagent finds applications in the organic synthesis of various derivatives. Cuprous oxide is generally utilized as a pigment, a fungicide, and an anti-fouling agent for marine paints. Industrially, rectifier diodes based on this material have been used since a long time. Copper(I) oxide is furthermore responsible for the pink color in a positive Benedict's test. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.