Schweizer's reagentSchweizer's reagent is a metal ammine complex with the formula [Cu(NH3)4(H2O)2](OH)2. This deep-blue compound is used in purifying cellulose. It is a salt, consisting of tetraamminediaquacopper(II) cations ([Cu(NH3)4(H2O)2](2+)) and hydroxide anions (OH−). Read from the Chembox of the Wikipedia article Schweizer's reagent, revision 1359252476.

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H18CuN4O4, 201.71 g/mol

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