Cobalt Sulphate heptahydrate

Product Description: Cobalt Sulfate Heptahydrate

General Information:

• Chemical Name: Cobalt Sulfate Heptahydrate
• CAS Number: 10026-24-1
• EINECS Number: 233-334-2
• Molecular Formula: CoSO₄·7H₂O
• Molecular Weight: 281.1 g/mol
• Appearance: Red-brown crystalline powder

Physical Properties:

• Melting Point: 98°C
• Boiling Point: 735°C at 760 mmHg
• Density: 2.03 g/mL at 25°C
• Solubility: Soluble in water (362 g/L at 20°C), slightly soluble in methanol and ethanol
• Storage Conditions: Store at +5°C to +30°C.

Applications: Cobalt Sulfate Heptahydrate is utilized in a variety of industrial applications:

• Ceramics and Pigments: Used in the production of ceramic and as a pigment in various industries.
• Batteries: Employed in alkaline batteries and electroplating baths.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst in organic synthesis reactions.
• Preparation of Cobalt Compounds: Used to prepare other cobalt salts, such as cobaltates and cobalt oxides.

Safety and Handling:

• Cobalt Sulfate Heptahydrate is classified as toxic and harmful to the environment. It is important to handle it with care and to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, and a lab coat.
• Exposure Limits: ACGIH: TWA 0.02 mg/m³
• Risk Phrases: R49 (May cause cancer by inhalation), R22 (Harmful if swallowed), R42/43 (May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact), R50/53 (Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment).
• Safety Phrases: S22 (Do not inhale dust), S45 (In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)), S60 (This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste), S61 (Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets).

Regulatory Information:

• Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)
• GHS Classification: GHS07, GHS08, GHS09