Description

Cobalt Cyanide is an inorganic coordination compound with the chemical formula Co(CN)2. This material is significant in industrial chemistry for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of other cobalt complexes and specialty chemicals. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research facilities in the chemical, catalyst, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Precursor for the synthesis of other cobalt-based coordination compounds and catalysts.
• Intermediate in the production of specialty pigments and dyes.
• Used in electroplating research and development for surface coating applications.
• Starting material in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for gas storage or catalysis.
• Employed in laboratory-scale chemical research and process development.
• Component in certain analytical chemistry procedures and reagent formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt Cyanide
CAS No.	542-84-7
Molecular Formula	Co(CN)2
Molecular Weight	110.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobalt(II) Cyanide; Cobaltous Cyanide; Cobalt Dicyanide; Cobalt(2+) Cyanide; Cobalt(2+) Dicyanide; Cobalt Cyanide (Co(CN)2); Cobalt(2+) Cyanide (1:2)
EINECS	208-837-5

Quality Control

Our Cobalt Cyanide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to pink powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cobalt Content)	≥ 52.0% (as Co)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%
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.