Description

Cobalt(II) Carbonate Hydroxide is a mixed inorganic salt of cobalt, combining carbonate and hydroxide anions. This compound serves as a crucial precursor material for the synthesis of high-purity cobalt oxides and other cobalt-based chemicals. It is primarily utilized in the manufacturing of pigments, catalysts, and advanced ceramic materials for industries including electronics, energy storage, and specialty glass.

Application

• Pigment and Ceramic Colorant Production: A key raw material for synthesizing stable blue and green cobalt-based pigments used in ceramics, glass, and plastics.
• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the preparation of catalysts for petroleum refining, hydrodesulfurization, and other chemical synthesis processes.
• Battery Material Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of cathode materials for lithium-ion and other advanced battery technologies.
• Electroplating and Surface Treatment: Employed in electrolyte formulations for cobalt alloy electroplating to provide wear and corrosion resistance.
• Agricultural and Nutritional Additives: Used as a source of cobalt in animal feed supplements and fertilizer micronutrients.
• Research and Development: Acts as a starting material in laboratories for developing new cobalt compounds and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Carbonate Hydroxide
CAS No.	12602-23-2
Molecular Formula	CoCO₃·xCo(OH)₂·yH₂O (Variable composition)
Molecular Weight	Variable (Contact for details)
Synonyms	Cobalt Carbonate Hydroxide; Cobaltous Carbonate Hydroxide; Basic Cobalt Carbonate; Cobalt Carbonate Basic; Cobalt Hydroxy Carbonate; Cobalt(2+) carbonate hydroxide; Cobalt monocarbonate hydroxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Carbonate Hydroxide is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure consistency and compliance with agreed specifications. Key parameters such as cobalt content, impurity profiles (including heavy metals), and physical characteristics are rigorously tested. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids. The product is hygroscopic and should be kept in a moisture-controlled environment at room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to reddish-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Co)	≥ 45.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.02 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.5 %
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.05 %
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable

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