Description

Cobalt(II) Bromide is an essential inorganic salt valued for its role as a versatile cobalt source and catalyst precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for industries requiring high-purity metal ions for specialized applications, from materials science to fine chemical manufacturing. It is particularly important for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of catalysis, magnetic materials, and electronic chemicals who demand consistent quality and reliable supply.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts for organic transformations, including hydroformylation and oxidation reactions.
• Electronic Materials: Serves as a starting material for the production of cobalt-containing thin films, sputtering targets, and other electronic components.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a reagent in organic and inorganic synthesis to introduce cobalt ions into molecular structures.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic systems, magnetic materials, and coordination chemistry.
• Drying Agent: Utilized in certain chemical processes as a desiccant due to its hygroscopic nature.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions as a standard or reagent in various analytical and spectroscopic techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Bromide
CAS No.	7789-43-7
Molecular Formula	CoBr₂
Molecular Weight	218.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobaltous Bromide; Cobalt Dibromide; Cobalt Bromide; Cobalt(2+) Bromide; Bromocobalt; Cobalt(II) Bromide Anhydrous; CoBr₂
EINECS	232-166-7

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CoBr₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.05 %
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 0.5 %

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