Copper(II) Chloride, also known as cupric chloride, is a chemical compound with the formula CuCl2. It appears as a blue-green solid and is soluble in water. This compound is commonly used in various applications, including as a catalyst in chemical reactions and in the production of other copper compounds. In its anhydrous form, Copper(II) Chloride is a brownish-yellow powder, while the hydrated form, CuCl2·2H2O, is a bright blue crystal. It is important in laboratories and industries for processes such as electroplating and as a reagent in organic synthesis.