Cobalt Sulfate (CAS 10124-43-3) is a red, odorless crystalline salt that dissolves in water and ethanol and serves as a key source of cobalt ions for electroplating, pigment manufacture, battery production, catalysts and trace nutrient use in animal feed. It is a key source of cobalt ions for various industrial uses.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | Co.H2O4S |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 155 g/mol |
| Appearance | Red powder or rose pink crystalline solid. Odorless. |
| Form | red orthorhombic crystals |
| Color | red orthorhombic crystals, crystalline |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Melting point | 735 °C |
| Density | 3.71 g/cm³ @ Temp: 25 °C |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Irritant / harmful, Health hazard, Environmental hazard |
| Grades available | Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Cobalt Sulfate
Applications
Used in electroplating, pigment manufacture, and as a trace nutrient in animal feed. Also applied in battery production and catalysts.
Safety & Risks
Harmful if swallowed or inhaled; avoid prolonged exposure.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg PE-lined bags or drums. Store cool, dry, and sealed.