Description

Potassium Hexacyanocobaltate(III) is an inorganic coordination compound with the formula K3[Co(CN)6]. This complex cyanide salt is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of other cobalt complexes and as a source of the hexacyanocobaltate anion in various chemical processes. It serves as a critical reagent and intermediate for research laboratories, catalyst development, and specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts for organic transformations and electrochemical applications.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Acts as a component in specialized electroplating baths for depositing cobalt-containing alloys or coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for preparing other cobalt coordination compounds and complexes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in specific volumetric and colorimetric analytical methods.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel coordination polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and inorganic pigments.
• Electrode Modification: Investigated for use in modifying electrode surfaces in sensor development and energy storage research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexacyanocobaltate(III)
CAS No.	13963-58-1
Molecular Formula	C6CoK3N6
Molecular Weight	332.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Cobalt(III) Cyanide; Potassium Cobalticyanide; Tripotassium Hexacyanocobaltate; Cobalt Potassium Cyanide; Potassium Hexacyanocobaltate(3-); K3[Co(CN)6]; Tripotassium Hexakis(cyano-κC)cobaltate(3-)
EINECS	237-754-6

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexacyanocobaltate(III) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is assured through rigorous in-process and final testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K3[Co(CN)6])	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %

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