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Cobalt(II) acetate, anhydrous, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Cobalt(II) acetate is used as an industrial catalyst. It is used as a precursor to various oil drying agents. It finds application in ion exchange agents, lubricants, plating agents and surface treating agents, greases, ink, toner, and colorant products.
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Cobalt(II) acetate is used as an industrial catalyst. It is used as a precursor to various oil drying agents. It finds application in ion exchange agents, lubricants, plating agents and surface treating agents, greases, ink, toner, and colorant products.
Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol and dilute acids.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 298°C (decomposition) |
Odor | Odorless |
Linear Formula | Co(OOCCH3)2 |
Quantity | 50 g |
UN Number | UN3077 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Merck Index | 14,2433 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,alcohol and dilute acids. |
Formula Weight | 177.02 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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10242703 | Certificate of Analysis | 09/08/2022 | B23218.18,B23218.30 |
10160717 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | B23218.18,B23218.30 |
10126759 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | B23218.18,B23218.30 |
G6742A | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | B23218.18,B23218.30 |
10225888 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | B23218.18,B23218.30 |
Safety and Handling


- Cobalt(II) acetate
- Danger
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
- ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
- Respiratory sensitiser Category 1
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H360F-May damage fertility.
- H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P284-¢In case of inadequate ventilation! wear respiratory protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- P342+P311-If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Cobalt(II) acetate
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