Description

Cobalt Trihydroxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Co(OH)₃. This material serves as a critical precursor and functional additive in advanced material synthesis and energy storage technologies, valued for its specific electrochemical and catalytic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the battery, ceramics, and catalyst industries seeking high-purity inorganic intermediates.

Application

• Lithium-ion Battery Cathode Precursor: A key starting material in the synthesis of lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO₂) and other high-performance cathode materials.
• Catalyst Production: Used in the manufacture of catalysts for petroleum refining, chemical synthesis, and automotive exhaust treatment.
• Ceramic Pigments and Glazes: Imparts stable blue and green colors in ceramics, glass, and porcelain enamels.
• Drying Agent: Functions as an accelerator in paints, varnishes, and inks.
• Electroplating: Source of cobalt for electroplating baths to provide corrosion-resistant and decorative coatings.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for material science and chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt Trihydroxide
CAS No.	1307-86-4
Molecular Formula	Co(OH)₃ / H₃CoO₃
Molecular Weight	109.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt(III) Hydroxide; Cobaltic Hydroxide; Cobalt Hydroxide (Co(OH)₃); Cobalt(3+) trihydroxide; Cobaltous Hydroxide (incorrect but common); Co(OH)₃
EINECS	215-153-0

Quality Control

Our Cobalt Trihydroxide is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Co)	≥ 52.0 %
Purity (Co(OH)₃)	≥ 95.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.01 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.05 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.