Description

Cobalt(II) Benzoylacetonate is a coordination compound where cobalt is chelated by benzoylacetonate ligands, forming a versatile organometallic precursor. This compound is valued for its role as a catalyst and a high-purity source of cobalt in advanced material synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the chemical, electronics, and specialty materials industries seeking reliable performance in demanding applications.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a volatile source for depositing cobalt-containing thin films in semiconductor and electronic device fabrication.
• Material Science Research: A key starting material for synthesizing novel coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Employed as a catalyst in various carbon-carbon bond forming reactions.
• Specialty Pigments and Dyes: Acts as an intermediate or additive in the formulation of heat-stable and corrosion-resistant coatings.
• Analytical Reagent: Used in spectroscopic analysis and as a standard in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Benzoylacetonate
CAS No.	14128-95-1
Molecular Formula	C20H18CoO4
Molecular Weight	381.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt Bis(benzoylacetonate); Cobalt(2+) bis(1-phenyl-1,3-butanedionate); Cobalt Di(benzoylacetonate); Cobalt, bis(1-phenyl-1,3-butanedionato-O,O')-; Cobaltous Benzoylacetonate; Co(Bzac)2; Bis(benzoylacetonato)cobalt(II)
EINECS	237-983-7

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Benzoylacetonate is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, IR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cobalt Content)	Min. 15.0 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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