Cobalt Oxide | 1307-96-6
Cas No :
1307-96-6
Form :
Powder
Molecular Weight :
240.80 G/Mol
Boiling Point :
1000 °C
Melting Point :
898 °C
Flash Point :
900 °C
Solubility :
Insoluble In Water; Soluble In Acids
Description :
Overview of Cobalt Oxide
Cobalt Oxide is an inorganic compound of cobalt that can be used as a colorant, catalyst, and raw material in a range of industrial uses. It is renowned for its distinct blue hue, catalytic characteristics, and its usage in manufacturing cobalt-based products and catalysts. Cobalt is employed in batteries, ceramics, catalysts, catalysis, as well as the production of specialty chemicals.
This compound appears as a black or gray-black powder (Co₃O₄) or olive-green powder (CoO), depending on oxidation state. Its cobalt oxide structure provides useful properties for various applications.
Related products include Cobalt Chloride, Cobalt Sulfate, and other cobalt compounds used in industrial chemistry and materials science.
Applications of Cobalt Oxide
Ceramics & Glass
- Used as a blue pigment in ceramics
- Applied to porcelain and pottery glazes
- Used in glass coloration
Battery & Energy Storage
- Used in lithium-ion battery cathode materials
- Applied in producing lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO₂)
- Used in rechargeable battery manufacturing
Catalysis & Chemical Synthesis
- Used as a catalyst in petrochemical processes
- Applied in oxidation reactions
Safety & Handling Guidelines
- TOXIC—harmful if inhaled or swallowed
- CARCINOGENIC—potential cancer hazard
- Avoid inhalation of dust
- Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
- Handle in a well-ventilated fume hood
Where to Buy Cobalt Oxide?
Cobalt Oxide Manufacturer
ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Cobalt Oxide for industrial applications with comprehensive safety documentation.
Cobalt Oxide Supplier & Distributor
- Available in bulk quantities for industrial use
- Various grades (battery grade, ceramic grade, catalyst grade)
- Different oxidation states available (CoO, Co₃O₄)
- COA, MSDS, and regulatory documentation provided
MSDS
Includes comprehensive cobalt toxicity warnings and handling protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Cobalt Oxide used for?
Used in ceramics (blue pigment), lithium-ion batteries, catalysts, and specialty chemical production. -
What are the different forms?
Cobalt(II) oxide (CoO, olive-green) and cobalt(II, III) oxide (Co₃O₄, black); different properties and applications. -
What is a molecular formula?
CoO (cobalt(II) oxide) molecular weight 74.93 g/mol; Co₃O₄ (cobalt(II, III) oxide) molecular weight 240.80 g/mol.
