Cupric Chloride is also called Copper Chloride and is soluble in water and alcohol. It burns a blue or blue/green flame.

   Uses include creating blue flame displays, photography, electroplating baths, fungicides, pigment for glass and ceramics, mordant in dyeing and printing fabrics. Toxic by ingestion and inhalation.

Please see our Patinas for Metal Artists page for a list of popular chemical patina recipes.