Description

Cobalt Formate is a versatile inorganic salt of cobalt and formic acid, recognized for its role as a catalyst precursor and a source of cobalt ions. This compound is valued in industrial processes for its ability to facilitate specific chemical transformations and impart functional properties to materials. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, catalyst production, and specialty ceramics sectors.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material in the synthesis of cobalt-based catalysts used in hydroformylation, hydrogenation, and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis.
• Ceramic Pigments and Glazes: Imparts stable blue and violet colors in the production of ceramics, porcelain, and glass.
• Animal Nutrition: Used as a source of essential trace element cobalt in mineral feed supplements for ruminants.
• Electroplating Solutions: Provides a source of cobalt ions for electroplating baths to deposit cobalt or cobalt alloy coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis and as a reagent for producing other cobalt salts and complexes.
• Drying Agent: Functions as a siccative (drier) in paints, varnishes, and inks to accelerate the oxidation and polymerization of oils.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt Formate
CAS No.	6424-20-0
Molecular Formula	Co(HCOO)₂ • 2H₂O (common hydrate)
Molecular Weight	185.00 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Cobaltous Formate; Formic Acid, Cobalt(2+) Salt; Cobalt Diformate; Cobalt(II) Formate; Cobalt Formate Dihydrate; Cobalt(2+) Formate; Cobalt Formiate
EINECS	229-183-9

Quality Control

Our Cobalt Formate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, heavy metal content, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your 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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-violet crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cobalt Content)	≥ 31.0 % (as Co)
Purity (by Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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