Description

Flue Dust, Cobalt-Refining is a valuable secondary raw material derived from the refining and processing of cobalt-containing ores and alloys. This material is significant for its role in the sustainable recovery and recycling of critical metals, particularly cobalt, within the metallurgical industry. It is primarily needed by metal refineries, battery recyclers, and specialty chemical manufacturers seeking to reintroduce high-value cobalt and associated metals back into the production cycle.

Application

• Cobalt Recovery and Recycling: A primary feedstock for hydrometallurgical or pyrometallurgical processes to extract and purify cobalt metal or salts.
• Battery Material Production: Serves as a source of cobalt for the synthesis of precursors used in lithium-ion battery cathodes (e.g., NMC, NCA).
• Alloy Manufacturing: Used in the production of superalloys, hard metals (cemented carbides), and magnetic alloys after appropriate refining.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Provides a cobalt source for the manufacture of catalysts used in petroleum refining, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, and other chemical processes.
• Pigment and Dye Industry: After processing, can be utilized in the production of cobalt blue and other ceramic pigments.
• Waste Valorization: Enables the circular economy by converting metallurgical by-products into valuable commodity streams.

Basic Information

Product Name	Flue Dust, Cobalt-Refining
CAS No.	124222-14-6
Molecular Formula	Complex Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Cobalt Flue Dust; Cobalt Refining Dust; Cobalt-Containing Process Dust; Cobalt Bearing Fume; Metallurgical Flue Dust (Co); Cobalt Recovery Dust; Cobaltiferous Dust; ESP Dust (Cobalt)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Flue Dust, Cobalt-Refining is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliable metal content. Quality is verified through comprehensive analysis, including assay for primary metals (Co, Ni, Cu) and screening for deleterious elements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific composition and properties is provided with each shipment to support your process qualification and quality assurance systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and caking. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Gray Powder / Dust
Cobalt (Co) Content	5% - 30% (Grade Dependent)
Nickel (Ni) Content	< 15%
Copper (Cu) Content	< 10%
Iron (Fe) Content	< 25%
Lead (Pb) Content	< 0.5%
Arsenic (As) Content	< 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd) Content	< 0.05%
Moisture Content	< 5%
Particle Size	80% passing 200 mesh

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