Akston Health
Akston Health
Explore our premium grades of Copper Sulfate (CuSO₄) configured for specific industrial chemistry, animal health formulations, and agricultural protections.
Copper Sulfate (chemical formula CuSO₄, commonly encountered as the pentahydrate CuSO₄·5H₂O) represents one of the most versatile and highly traded inorganic copper compounds globally. As an essential chemical precursor, its market dynamics are inextricably linked to both the raw metal commodities sector and downstream applications spanning agricultural science, animal husbandry, mineral extraction, and high-precision electroplating.
In recent years, the global copper sulfate market has undergone significant structural transformations. Tightening environmental regulations in major manufacturing centers, alongside volatile LME (London Metal Exchange) copper pricing, has elevated the value of secure, direct-from-factory partnerships. Industries are moving away from spot-market brokers and seeking reliable, vertically integrated producers capable of offering consistent lot-to-lot chemical profiles, low heavy metal impurities, and robust supply chain resilience.
To optimize product selection, industrial buyers must evaluate copper sulfate based on its physical form (crystalline, granular, or powder) and hydration state. While Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate (CAS 7758-99-8) is favored for its quick solubility in agricultural and water treatment applications, Copper Sulfate Monohydrate (CAS 10257-54-2) offers a higher elemental copper concentration (typically 35.5% min), making it highly efficient for dry animal feed premixes and bulk chemical compounding.
| Parameters | Feed Grade Pentahydrate | Industrial Grade Pentahydrate | Feed Grade Monohydrate | Electroplating Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formula | CuSO₄·5H₂O | CuSO₄·5H₂O | CuSO₄·H₂O | CuSO₄·5H₂O |
| Copper (Cu) Content | ≥ 25.0% | ≥ 24.5% | ≥ 35.5% | ≥ 25.1% |
| Purity (as CuSO₄·5H₂O) | ≥ 98.0% | ≥ 96.0% - 98.0% | N/A (Monohydrate) | ≥ 99.0% |
| Water Insolubles | ≤ 0.2% | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.2% | ≤ 0.01% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 5 ppm | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 5 ppm | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm | ≤ 1 ppm |
Implementing a strict selection process ensures that toxic impurities do not bioaccumulate in food chains (critical for animal nutrition) or disrupt sensitive chemical baths (critical for printed circuit board manufacturing and electroplating).
As a leading supplier, our production facility in China implements a refined wet-chemical process designed to minimize environmental footprints while maximizing product purity. The chemical pathway begins with selected copper raw materials, which are treated with dilute sulfuric acid under controlled thermal conditions. Oxygenation is accelerated through specialized venting systems to catalyze the oxidation of copper metal into cupric ions.
To provide complete transparency into our supply chain and manufacturing excellence, we detail our primary factory operational phases below:
For decades, copper sulfate has formed the backbone of sustainable organic and integrated pest management (IPM) systems. The most notable formulation is the Bordeaux mixture, created by combining copper sulfate pentahydrate with slaked lime (calcium hydroxide). This synergistic mix generates a highly effective, rain-fast fungicide and bactericide used to treat vineyards, orchards, and field crops against downy mildew, leaf spot, and cankers.
Copper is an indispensable micronutrient that plays a vital role in hemoglobin synthesis, iron absorption, enzyme production, and skeletal tissue development in livestock. Feed formulators use our FAMI-QS certified Copper Sulfate Monohydrate and Pentahydrate to address copper deficiency, accelerate growth indexes in swine, optimize eggshell quality in poultry, and maintain overall biological immunity.
In high-tech printed circuit board (PCB) production and decorative metal finishing, copper electroplating baths demand chemicals of the highest purity. Insoluble matters or excessive iron/lead trace metals in the copper sulfate can result in pinholes, micro-voids, or uneven copper deposition. Our specialized Electroplating Grade Copper Sulfate minimizes these defects, ensuring reliable electrical conductivity for multi-layered electronic boards.
Our solutions act as structural bases for catalysts in chemical synthesis, mordants in textile dyeing, wood preservatives against fungal decay, and algaecides in public reservoirs. Controlling algae blooms with precise dosing prevents taste and odor issues in potable water systems, ensuring environmental safety and efficiency.
Qingdao Akston Health Co., Ltd. is a trusted manufacturer and global supplier dedicated to delivering innovative health and nutrition solutions for the animal feed industry. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and continuous innovation, we provide high-performance feed additives and nutritional ingredients that support healthier livestock, improved productivity, and safer food production worldwide.
Our comprehensive product portfolio includes choline chloride, amino acids, vitamins, minerals (including our premium Copper Sulfate lines), and other functional feed additives designed to meet the nutritional requirements of poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, and companion animals. Our science-based formulations help optimize animal growth, enhance immune function, improve feed efficiency, and contribute to reducing the reliance on antibiotics in modern livestock production.
At Akston Health, quality is the foundation of everything we do. We work closely with qualified manufacturing partners and implement strict quality control systems throughout sourcing, production, and logistics to ensure every product meets international standards. Our experienced technical team also provides customized solutions and professional support to help customers achieve better production performance and sustainable business growth.
Driven by integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Qingdao Akston Health Co., Ltd. has established long-term partnerships with clients across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. We are committed to creating lasting value through reliable products, competitive pricing, efficient supply chain management, and responsive customer service.
As your trusted partner in animal nutrition, Akston Health will continue to develop innovative solutions that promote animal health, improve farming efficiency, and contribute to a more sustainable global agriculture industry.
Browse our specialized structural formulations, high-concentration monohydrate options, and industrial crystallization variations.
As regulatory scrutiny concerning trace metal contaminants increases in the European Union, Americas, and Asia-Pacific markets, the manufacturing sector for copper compounds must evolve. The technological roadmap of Qingdao Akston Health Co., Ltd. is focused on three primary pillars of research and development:
Through close collaboration with academic research laboratories and agricultural testing centers, we aim to continually improve bioavailability parameters in animal feeds and minimize run-off indexes in regional crop protection programs.
For further clarity on chemical standards, storage protocols, and chemical applications, read our industrial Q&A compiled by our technical support engineers.