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CAS 3017-60-5 — Cobalt (II) thiocyanate

Cobalt(II) thiocyanate is an inorganic compound featuring cobalt in the +2 oxidation state bonded to thiocyanate anions. It is primarily used in analytical chemistry for qualitative tests, such as detecting iron(III) ions, and in specialized chemical synthesis where cobalt coordination complexes are required. Its bright red color makes it useful in certain staining applications and as a reagent in laboratory settings. This chemical has a CAS number of 3017-60-5, with the molecular formula C2CoN2S2 and a molecular weight of 175.098 g/mol. It is stable under ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Cobalt(II) thiocyanate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.