Description

Cobalt(II) Carbonate Hydrate is a versatile inorganic salt widely utilized as a critical precursor for cobalt-based materials. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a high-purity source of cobalt ions for advanced ceramics, catalysts, and pigments. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the ceramics, battery materials, and chemical synthesis industries seeking consistent quality and reliable supply.

Application

• Ceramics & Pigments: Key raw material for producing vibrant blue and green ceramic glazes, glass colorants, and artist pigments.
• Catalyst Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing cobalt-based catalysts used in petrochemical refining, hydrogenation, and Fischer-Tropsch processes.
• Battery Materials: Intermediate in the production of lithium-ion battery cathode materials, such as lithium cobalt oxide (LCO).
• Animal Nutrition: Source of essential cobalt for feed additives and mineral premixes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Starting material for preparing other cobalt salts, complexes, and fine chemicals.
• Surface Treatments: Used in electroplating baths and for surface coating applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Carbonate Hydrate
CAS No.	137506-60-6
Molecular Formula	CoCO₃·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	118.94 (anhydrous basis) + xH₂O
Synonyms	Cobaltous Carbonate Hydrate; Cobalt Carbonate Basic; Cobalt Monocarbonate Hydrate; Cobalt(2+) Carbonate Hydrate; Carbonic Acid, Cobalt(2+) Salt, Hydrate; Cobalt Carbonate Hydroxide; Cobalt Carbonate (1:1) Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Carbonate Hydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to red powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Co)	≥ 45.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.02 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.2 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

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