Description

Cobalt(II) Iodide is an inorganic salt of cobalt and iodine, identified by CAS NO 15238-00-3. This compound serves as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and organic transformations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and research institutions in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and electronics sectors for its utility in catalysis and as a source of cobalt ions.

Application

• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in various organic synthesis reactions, including cross-coupling and carbonylation processes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a starting material for the preparation of other cobalt complexes and organometallic compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic systems and material properties.
• Electronic Materials: Utilized in the deposition of thin films and the synthesis of semiconductors or other electronic materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a high-purity analytical reagent in chemical analysis and testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Iodide
CAS No.	15238-00-3
Molecular Formula	CoI₂
Molecular Weight	312.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobaltous Iodide; Cobalt Diiodide; Cobalt(2+) Diiodide; Cobalt Iodide (CoI2); Cobalt(II) Iodide Anhydrous; Cobalt Iodide, Anhydrous; Cobalt Iodide
EINECS	239-276-3

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Iodide is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the product should be stored in a cool, dry place, ideally at room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or an inert atmosphere to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CoI₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %

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