Description

Cobalt(II) Chloride Hydrate is an inorganic salt of cobalt, widely recognized for its role as a precursor in various chemical syntheses and industrial processes. This compound is valued for its consistent quality and reliable performance in applications demanding precise cobalt content. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in sectors such as catalysts, pigments, and chemical manufacturing, where it serves as a fundamental source of cobalt ions.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material in the synthesis of catalysts for petrochemical refining, hydroformylation, and oxidation reactions.
• Pigment & Dye Intermediate: Used in the production of vibrant blue and green ceramic glazes, glass colorants, and specialty pigments.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Serves as a source of cobalt in electroplating baths to impart hardness, wear resistance, and specific magnetic properties to metal coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a reagent in organic and inorganic synthesis, including the preparation of other cobalt salts and coordination complexes.
• Moisture Indicator: Utilized in desiccants and humidity indicator cards due to its distinct color change from blue to pink upon hydration.
• Nutritional Supplement (Feed Grade): Acts as a source of the essential trace element cobalt in animal feed formulations.
• Research & Development: Used in laboratories for analytical chemistry, material science research, and as a standard.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Cobalt(II) Chloride Hydrate
CAS No.	69098-14-2
Molecular Formula	CoCl₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 129.84 g/mol (hydrate weight varies)
Synonyms	Cobaltous Chloride Hydrate; Cobalt Dichloride Hydrate; Cobalt Chloride Hydrated; Cobalt(2+) Chloride Hydrate; Cobalt Muriate Hydrate; CoCl₂ Hydrate; Cobalt Chloride (ous) Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Chloride Hydrate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, cobalt 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CoCl₂·xH₂O)	≥ 98.0 %
Cobalt (Co) Content	≥ 44.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Nitrate (NO₃)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.05 %
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 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.