Description

Cobaltoxide CAS NO 1307-296-6 is a high-purity inorganic compound primarily composed of cobalt and oxygen. This material is essential for its catalytic, magnetic, and electrochemical properties, serving as a critical precursor in advanced industrial processes. It is a key raw material for manufacturers in the battery, ceramics, catalyst, and pigment industries seeking reliable quality and consistent performance.

Application

• Lithium-ion Battery Cathodes: A crucial precursor material for synthesizing lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO₂) and other high-energy-density cathode materials.
• Industrial Catalysts: Used in petroleum refining, chemical synthesis, and automotive exhaust systems for oxidation and desulfurization reactions.
• Ceramics & Glass: Imparts distinctive blue coloration and can modify thermal and electrical properties in specialty glasses, enamels, and ceramic glazes.
• Magnetic Materials: A fundamental component in the production of hard and soft ferrites, used in electronics, data storage, and electric motors.
• Pigments & Dyes: Serves as a stable and vibrant inorganic pigment (cobalt blue) for plastics, paints, coatings, and artists' colors.
• Agricultural & Nutritional Supplements: A source of cobalt for animal feed additives and fertilizer micronutrients.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in electroplating baths to deposit cobalt-based alloy coatings for wear and corrosion resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobaltoxide
CAS No.	1307-96-6
Molecular Formula	Co₃O₄
Molecular Weight	240.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt(II,III) oxide; Tricobalt tetraoxide; Cobaltosic oxide; Cobalt cobaltite; Cobalt oxide black; Cobaltic-cobaltous oxide; Co₃O₄; Cobalt oxide (Co₃O₄)
EINECS	215-157-2

Quality Control

Our Cobaltoxide is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, particle size, and chemical composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on ignition are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong reducing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Co₃O₄)	≥ 99.0 %
Cobalt (Co) Content	≥ 73.0 %
Loss on Ignition (LOI)	≤ 1.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 100 ppm
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 200 ppm

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