Description

Cobalt(+2) Cation Sulfate is an inorganic salt that serves as a vital source of cobalt ions in various industrial and chemical synthesis processes. Its consistent quality and high purity make it a critical raw material for applications demanding precise metal content and minimal impurities. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the battery, catalyst, pigment, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Electrolyte Precursor for Batteries: A key component in the synthesis of lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO₂) and other cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries.
• Catalyst Manufacturing: Used in the production of catalysts for petroleum refining, hydrodesulfurization, and various organic synthesis reactions.
• Pigments and Dyes: Acts as a source of cobalt for producing vibrant blue and green ceramic glazes, glass colorants, and artist pigments.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Provides a source of cobalt for electroplating baths to deposit wear-resistant and decorative coatings.
• Animal Nutrition & Fertilizers: Utilized as a trace mineral supplement in animal feed and as a micronutrient in agricultural fertilizers to correct cobalt deficiencies.
• Drying Agent: Employed in paints, varnishes, and inks as a siccative to accelerate the drying process through oxidation.
• Laboratory & Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Cobalt(+2) Cation Sulfate
CAS No.	139939-65-4
Molecular Formula	CoSO₄
Molecular Weight	154.99 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Cobalt(II) sulfate; Cobaltous sulfate; Cobalt monosulfate; Sulfuric acid, cobalt(2+) salt; Cobalt sulfate (1:1); Cobalt sulfate anhydrous; Cobalt sulfate, anhydrous
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Quality Control

Our Cobalt(+2) Cation Sulfate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, metal content, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to pink crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as CoSO₄)	≥ 99.0%
Cobalt (Co) Content	≥ 38.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Nitrate (NO₃)	≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.005%
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.002%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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