Description

Cobaltous Nitrate Hexahydrate is an inorganic salt that serves as a vital source of cobalt ions in numerous industrial and research processes. Its high solubility and consistent reactivity make it a preferred precursor for synthesizing cobalt-based catalysts, pigments, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the chemical synthesis, ceramics, catalyst production, and battery technology sectors seeking a reliable and high-purity cobalt source.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for the manufacture of cobalt-based catalysts used in petroleum refining, hydrodesulfurization, and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis.
• Pigment & Ceramic Industry: Used in the production of cobalt blue and other colored pigments for ceramics, glass, and porcelain, providing vibrant and stable coloration.
• Electrochemical & Battery Research: Employed in the synthesis of cathode materials and as an electrolyte additive in research for lithium-ion and other advanced battery systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a reagent and cobalt source in organic synthesis and for preparing other cobalt salts and coordination complexes.
• Agriculture & Animal Feed: Serves as a source of the essential trace element cobalt in fertilizer formulations and animal nutrition supplements.
• Surface Treatment: Used in electroplating baths and conversion coatings to deposit cobalt or cobalt-alloy layers on metal substrates.
• Laboratory & Analytical Reagent: Utilized as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry, educational demonstrations, and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobaltous Nitrate Hexahydrate
CAS No.	10026-22-9
Molecular Formula	Co(NO3)2 · 6H2O
Molecular Weight	291.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt(II) nitrate hexahydrate; Nitric acid, cobalt(2+) salt, hexahydrate; Cobalt dinitrate hexahydrate; Cobalt nitrate 6-hydrate; Cobaltous nitrate 6-hydrate; Cobalt nitrate (ous); Cobalt nitrate hexahydrate, ACS reagent; Cobalt nitrate, hexahydrate, 98+%
EINECS	233-402-1

Quality Control

Our Cobaltous Nitrate Hexahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and decomposition. Separate from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents, organic compounds, and combustible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Co(NO3)2·6H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.1 %
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.005 %

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