Copper Sulfate (Bluestone) | Veterinary Fungicide & Pharmacy Chemical
Regular price
$59.00
Sale
Copper Sulfate (Bluestone) is the footbath standard on Canadian cattle and sheep farms — a simple, proven tool for keeping hooves healthy and herds moving. Also used as a fungicide, algaecide, and compounding ingredient. Available in 400 g and 2 kg.
✅ Who Uses It
400 g suits small operations or first-time use. 2 kg is the better value for regular programs.
🎯 Uses
The industry-standard footbath solution for hoof rot, foot scald, and digital dermatitis in cattle and sheep. Mix, walk cattle through, repeat.
Controls fungal and bacterial conditions including mildew and blights in agricultural environments.
Keeps water troughs, irrigation lines, and holding tanks clear of algae build-up.
Pharmaceutical-grade ingredient for veterinary compounding pharmacies and custom preparations.
📦 Which Size?
Small operations, occasional use, or trying it for the first time. Makes approximately 8–20 litres of 2–5% solution.
Regular farm programs or larger herds. Makes approximately 40–100 litres of 2–5% solution.
🧪 Footbath Mixing Guide
Always dissolve Copper Sulfate in water — never add water to the chemical. Consult your veterinarian for the right concentration for your herd.
| Concentration | Per 10L water | Per 100L water | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2% | 200 g | 2,000 g (2 kg) | Routine prevention |
| 3% | 300 g | 3,000 g | Mild hoof rot / early treatment |
| 5% | 500 g | 5,000 g | Active infection / intensive treatment |
Concentrations above 5% may cause irritation. Follow your veterinarian’s recommendations.
🐄 Approved Species
📦 Product Details
| Active Constituent | Copper Sulfate (CuSO₄) — 100% |
| Also Known As | Bluestone, Blue Vitriol |
| Available Sizes | 400 g | 2 kg |
| Legal Status | OTC — No Prescription Required |
| Supplier | Dominion Veterinary Laboratories Ltd. — Winnipeg, MB, Canada (Est. 1946) |
⚠️ Safety Information
- For veterinary and agricultural use only. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
- Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and mucous membranes. Flush with water if contact occurs.
- Toxic to fish and aquatic organisms — do not contaminate natural water bodies, streams, or ponds.
- Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete hazard information.
- Storage: Cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
🍁 Supplied by Dominion Veterinary Laboratories Ltd. — Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Always refer to the official Canadian product label, SDS, and applicable regulatory guidelines before use.