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Cobalt acetate tetrahydrate

CAS Number
6147-53-1
EC Number
200-755-8
Chemical Formula
C2H4O2.1/2Co.2H2O
Molecular Weight
249.08 g/mol

Description

Cobalt acetate tetrahydrate (CAS 6147-53-1 ), also known as cobaltous acetate tetrahydrate, is a water-soluble cobalt salt used across industrial manufacturing as a catalyst, drier, and stabilizer. It delivers controlled cobalt activity in processes where precise metal ion availability drives reaction efficiency or product quality. In coatings and adhesives, it functions as a drier catalyst. This material accelerates oxidative curing of alkyd resins and oil-based systems, reducing production cycle times. Polymer and plastics manufacturers use it as a polymerization catalyst and stabilizer. It is particularly useful in PET production where cobalt acts as a color-correcting agent to offset yellowing. In textile and leather processing, it serves as a mordant and fixative. These applications improve dye uptake and wash fastness on treated substrates. Agricultural formulations incorporate it as a cobalt micronutrient source in fertilizers and feed supplements. This is essential where cobalt bioavailability is a formulation requirement. Cobalt acetate tetrahydrate is supplied as pink to red crystalline powder or granules for industrial use. It is available in technical and reagent grades, with purity levels typically ranging from 98% to 99.5%. Bulk industrial quantities and smaller packaged lots are standard supply formats. Contact us for supply of Cobalt acetate tetrahydrate Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

Cobalt(II) acetate tetrahydrate | Cobaltous acetate tetrahydrate | Acetic acid, cobalt(2+) salt, tetrahydrate | 7648Z91O1N | BIS(ACETATO)TETRAAQUOCOBALT | COBALTOUS ACETATE TETRAHYDRATE [MI] | Acetic acid, cobalt(2+) salt, hydrate (2:1:4)

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Physical Properties

Melting Point140 °C
Density1.7 g/cm³
AppearanceReddish violet deliequecent crystals.
ColorRed
OdorAcetic acid odour
FormSolid
Water Solubility380 g/L (20 ºC)
Refractive Index1.542
pH7.2 (50g/l, H2O, 20℃)

Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS07· IrritantGHS08· Health HazardGHS09· Environment

Hazard Statements

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Precautionary Statements

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Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29152300
Storage Class6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK (Germany)2