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Cobalt(II) sulfate

SKU 89999246 CAS 10124-43-3 CoSO4 MW 155.0 Available on enquiry

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Cobalt(II) sulfate is a cobalt salt used in electroplating, catalyst production, and as a precursor in the synthesis of other cobalt compounds. It is also used in storage battery manufacture, in pigments for ceramics, glass and porcelain glazes, and as a drier for paints, inks and varnishes. It appears as a pink to red crystalline solid. Available in anhydrous form with a molecular weight of 155.0 g/mol, CAS number 10124-43-3, and stable at ambient storage conditions. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Cobalt(II) sulfate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 89999246
CAS Number: 10124-43-3
IUPAC Name: cobalt(2+) sulfate
EC Number: 233-334-2
Molecular Formula: CoSO4
Molecular Weight: 155.0
Exact Mass: 154.8849
SMILES: [O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Co+2]
InChIKey: KTVIXTQDYHMGHF-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI: InChI=1S/Co.H2O4S/c;1-5(2,3)4/h;(H2,1,2,3,4)/q+2;/p-2
PubChem CID: 24965

Synonyms

Cobalt Brown
Cobalt monosulfate
Cobalt sulfate
Cobalt sulfate (1:1)
Cobalt sulfate (CoSO4)
Cobalt(2+) sulfate
Cobalt(II) sulfate (1:1)
Cobalt(II) sulphate
Cobaltous sulfate
Sulfuric acid, cobalt(2+) salt (1:1)

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Red orthorhombic crystals
Odour: Odorless
Melting Point: 735 °C
Density: 1.948 g/cm³
Water Solubility: 330 g/L at 20 °C

Source: PubChem CID 24965 (HSDB)

Frequently asked questions

What is Cobalt(II) sulfate used for?

It is used as a catalyst in chemical reactions, in the production of cobalt-based pigments, and as a precursor in the synthesis of other cobalt compounds.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Cobalt(II) sulfate?

The formula is CoSO4 and the molecular weight is 155.0 g/mol.

How should Cobalt(II) sulfate be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

What grade of Cobalt(II) sulfate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies Cobalt(II) sulfate in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply Cobalt(II) sulfate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Cobalt(II) sulfate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of Cobalt(II) sulfate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.