Description

Nitric Acid, Cobalt Salt CAS NO 14216-74-1 is an inorganic cobalt compound primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials and catalysts. This material is valued for its role in introducing cobalt ions into various chemical matrices, which is critical for imparting specific catalytic, magnetic, or electronic properties. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors such as chemical synthesis, battery technology, and pigment production.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing cobalt-based catalysts used in oxidation reactions, hydrogenation, and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis.
• Electrode Material Synthesis: Used in the production of cathode materials for lithium-ion and other advanced battery systems.
• Pigment and Ceramic Industry: Serves as a source of cobalt for creating stable blue and green pigments in ceramics, glasses, and coatings.
• Chemical Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the synthesis of other cobalt salts and coordination complexes.
• Surface Treatment: Used in electroplating and surface coating processes to deposit thin films of cobalt or cobalt alloys.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials with magnetic or catalytic functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitric Acid, Cobalt Salt
CAS No.	14216-74-1
Molecular Formula	CoN2O6 (Common representation for Cobalt(II) Nitrate)
Molecular Weight	182.94 g/mol (for Co(NO3)2)
Synonyms	Cobalt(II) Nitrate; Cobalt Dinitrate; Nitric Acid, Cobalt(2+) Salt; Cobaltous Nitrate; Cobalt Nitrate Hexahydrate (common hydrated form); Cobalt Nitrate Anhydrous; Co(NO3)2
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Quality Control

Our Nitric Acid, Cobalt Salt is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for industrial applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including purity assay and trace metal analysis, to meet the specific requirements of catalyst and advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, maintaining conditions at 15-25°C is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Co)	≥ 20.0 % (Typical for hexahydrate)
Purity (Co(NO3)2·6H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %

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