Description

Cobalt(II) Thiocyanate Hydrate is an inorganic coordination compound of cobalt and thiocyanate. This chemical is valued for its distinctive colorimetric properties and its role as a precursor in synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research laboratories, chemical manufacturers, and quality control units in industries such as pigments, catalysts, and chemical analysis.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of other cobalt complexes and thiocyanate-based compounds.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed in colorimetric tests and qualitative analysis for the detection of specific ions or compounds.
• Catalyst Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst component in various organic transformation reactions.
• Pigment & Dye Intermediate: Serves as a starting material in the development of specialized inorganic pigments and colorants.
• Laboratory Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying coordination chemistry and material properties.
• Educational Purposes: Supplied to educational institutions for demonstration and experimental work in chemistry courses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobalt(II) Thiocyanate Hydrate
CAS No.	97126-35-7
Molecular Formula	Co(SCN)₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	175.10 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Cobaltous Thiocyanate Hydrate; Cobalt Thiocyanate; Cobalt Dithiocyanate; Thiocyanic Acid, Cobalt(2+) Salt, Hydrate; Cobalt(II) Rhodanide Hydrate; Cobalt Bis(thiocyanate) Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for purity and consistency. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to blue-violet crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Co(SCN)₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.02 %

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