Description

Cobalt(II) Fumarate is a coordination compound formed from cobalt and fumaric acid. This inorganic salt is valued for its role as a catalyst precursor and a source of cobalt ions in specialized industrial and research applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, catalyst development, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of heterogeneous catalysts for oxidation and hydrogenation reactions.
• Electrode Material Component: Serves as an additive or precursor in the fabrication of advanced battery and fuel cell electrodes.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a source of cobalt in the preparation of other cobalt complexes and organometallic compounds.
• Pigment and Ceramic Glaze Formulation: Provides color and specific properties in the production of specialty pigments and ceramic coatings.
• Nutritional Supplement Research: Investigated as a potential source of bioavailable cobalt in animal feed and nutritional studies.
• Polymer Stabilizer and Additive: Employed in specific polymer systems to impart thermal stability or other functional characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Fumarate
CAS No.	85187-42-4
Molecular Formula	C4H2CoO4
Molecular Weight	172.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Cobaltous Fumarate; Fumaric Acid, Cobalt Salt; Cobalt Difumarate; Cobalt(2+) Fumarate; Cobalt Fumarate; Cobalt(II) (E)-Butenedioate; (E)-2-Butenedioic Acid Cobalt(2+) Salt
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Quality Control

Our Cobalt(II) Fumarate is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets defined specifications for purity, metal content, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pink to reddish-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cobalt Content)	≥ 33.0 %
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.