Description

Cobalt(2+) Propionate is an organometallic salt of cobalt and propionic acid, identified by CAS NO 1560-69-6. This compound serves as a vital source of bioavailable cobalt, a trace element essential for numerous biological and industrial catalytic processes. It is a key material for manufacturers in the animal nutrition, chemical synthesis, and specialty catalyst industries seeking a consistent and high-purity cobalt precursor.

Application

• Animal Feed Additive: As a nutritional supplement to prevent cobalt deficiency in ruminants, promoting vitamin B12 synthesis and overall animal health.
• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for oxidation reactions, hydroformylation, and other petrochemical processes.
• Drier for Paints & Inks: Acts as an efficient siccative (drying agent) in alkyd-based coatings and printing inks to accelerate the oxidation and polymerization process.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a starting material or reagent in organic synthesis and the production of other cobalt compounds.
• Ceramic & Glass Pigment: Imparts distinctive blue coloration in the manufacturing of ceramics, glass, and glazes.
• Adhesion Promoter: Used in surface treatment formulations to improve the adhesion of coatings and rubber to metal substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(2+) Propionate
CAS No.	1560-69-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10CoO4 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 205.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt Dipropionate; Cobaltous Propionate; Cobalt Propionate; Propanoic Acid, Cobalt(2+) Salt; Cobalt(II) Propionate; Cobalt Bis(propionate); Cobalt Propanoate
EINECS	216-317-0

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(2+) Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, metal content, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to pink crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Co)	Min. 22.0 %
Purity (Cobalt Propionate)	Min. 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %

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