A description is given of EFTEC 4S (Cu-Fe alloy), a copper alloy for use for contacts, terminals, and other electrical and electronic parts, having the following features: (1) An electric conductivity of about 65% IACS and a mechanical strength nearly equal to that brass which has been widely in use for the same parts. It is far superior to brass in resistance to stress corrosion cracking. (2) Satisfactory platability and solderability. It does not become brittle even when heated in a reduced atmosphere.