Description

Cobalt Antimonide is an inorganic intermetallic compound with the chemical formula CoSb. This material is valued for its unique thermoelectric and catalytic properties, making it a critical component in advanced energy and chemical synthesis applications. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on high-performance materials, semiconductor research, and heterogeneous catalysis. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for demanding industrial and research needs.

Application

• Thermoelectric Materials: A key component in the fabrication of skutterudite-type thermoelectric generators for waste heat recovery and power generation.
• Catalysis: Used as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized chemical synthesis and hydrocarbon reforming processes.
• Semiconductor Research: Employed in the development and study of narrow-bandgap semiconductors and novel electronic materials.
• Alloying Agent: Serves as a hardening agent and additive in the production of specialized metal alloys.
• Magnetic Material Research: Investigated for its magnetic properties in advanced material science applications.
• Energy Storage: Explored as a potential electrode or component material in next-generation battery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt Antimonide
CAS No.	12187-20-1
Molecular Formula	CoSb
Molecular Weight	180.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt Monoantimonide; Cobalt(3+) Antimonide; Cobalt Stibnide; Stibanylidenecobalt; CoSb; Skutterudite-type CoSb; Cobalt Antimony Alloy
EINECS	235-347-8

Quality Control

Our Cobalt Antimonide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis, and particle size distribution (PSD) testing. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, composition, and physical characteristics to meet your specific project 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). The material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Incompatible with strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to CoSb structure
Assay (CoSb Content)	≥ 99.0%
Cobalt (Co) Content	32.5 - 33.5 %
Antimony (Sb) Content	66.5 - 67.5 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 45 µm (or as requested)
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details

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