Description

Adipic Acid, Cobalt Salt is a coordination compound formed from adipic acid and cobalt ions. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a catalyst and precursor in various high-performance industrial processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical sectors seeking efficient catalytic systems and stable metal-organic frameworks.

Application

• Polymerization Catalyst: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst component in the production of polyesters and polyamides (nylons).
• Crosslinking Agent: Used in coatings, adhesives, and resin systems to promote curing and enhance thermal stability.
• Precursor for Catalysts: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing other cobalt-based homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Employed as a metal source in the construction of porous coordination polymers for gas storage or separation.
• Drier for Paints & Inks: Functions as a siccative (drying agent) in alkyd-based coating formulations to accelerate the oxidation and hardening process.
• Animal Feed Additive: Used as a source of essential cobalt in trace mineral premises for livestock nutrition.
• Ceramic Pigment Precursor: Provides cobalt ions for the development of blue and green colorants in glass and ceramic glazes.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Utilized in electrolyte baths for cobalt alloy plating to improve surface hardness and corrosion resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Adipic Acid, Cobalt Salt
CAS No.	54437-56-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Cobalt Adipate; Cobalt(II) Adipate; Cobalt Hexanedioate; Adipic Acid Cobalt(2+) Salt; Bis(hexanedioato)cobalt; Cobaltous Adipate; Hexanedioic Acid, Cobalt Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Adipic Acid, Cobalt Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets defined specifications for critical parameters such as cobalt content, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its nature of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to violet crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Cobalt Content)	Contact for details
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
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.