Copper acetate monohydrate is a blue-green powder crystal, which is soluble in ethanol and slightly soluble in ether and glycerol when the crystal water is removed at 240℃. Used as analytical reagent, chromatographic reagent, organic synthesis catalyst, paint quick-drying agent, pesticide adjuvant, raw material of enamel pigment, etc.

The structure of protein is destroyed by copper ions, which leads to necrosis.