Description

Cobalt(II) Isodecanoate is a versatile organometallic compound widely used as a catalyst and drier. This product is valued for its excellent solubility in organic media and its role in accelerating oxidation and polymerization reactions. It is a critical component for manufacturers in the coatings, inks, plastics, and rubber industries seeking to improve product performance and processing efficiency.

Application

• Coatings and Paints: Acts as a highly effective surface drier (siccative) in alkyd resin-based paints, varnishes, and printing inks to promote rapid film formation through oxidative crosslinking.
• Polymer Industry: Serves as a catalyst in the production of polyesters and as a polymerization accelerator for unsaturated polyester resins (UPR).
• Adhesives and Sealants: Used as a curing agent to accelerate the drying and hardening processes in various adhesive formulations.
• Fuel and Lubricant Additives: Functions as a combustion catalyst and stabilizer in certain fuel and grease formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a precursor or catalyst in organic synthesis reactions, including oxidation and carboxylation processes.
• Rubber Processing: Utilized as an activator to enhance the vulcanization process in synthetic rubber production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Isodecanoate
CAS No.	84255-53-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Cobalt Diisodecanoate; Cobalt(2+) Diisodecanoate; Cobalt Bis(isodecanoate); Cobalt Soap; Cobalt Drier; Cobalt Octoate (related); Cobalt Carboxylate; Isodecanoic Acid, Cobalt Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Isodecanoate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay, metal content determination, and viscosity measurement. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and key specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its properties, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and keep containers tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and volatility loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Violet-blue viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Cobalt (Co) Content	Contact for details
Assay	≥ 95% (typical)
Viscosity	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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