Cobalt hydroxide

Name: Cobalt hydroxide
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014553

About Cobalt hydroxide

Listed under CAS 12672-51-4, Cobalt hydroxide is a transition metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at ≥61% purity. Formula CoH2O2, molecular weight 92.95 g/mol. Systematically, it is named cobalt(2+) dihydroxide. Alternative names: Cobaltous hydroxide and Cobalt(2+) hydroxide.

The material typically appears as a powder rose-red powder or bluish-green. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span catalysis, paints, coatings and inks and battery and energy materials. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Cobalt hydroxide in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Catalysis
Paints, coatings & inks
Battery & energy materials

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cobalt hydroxide
Catalogue No.	VQ-014553
CAS Number	12672-51-4
IUPAC name	cobalt(2+) dihydroxide
Molecular formula	CoH₂O₂
Molecular weight	92.95 g/mol
Exact mass	92.9387
Purity / assay	≥61%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	ASKVAEGIVYSGNY-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	[OH-].[OH-].[Co+2]
PubChem CID	10129900

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder rose-red powder or bluish-green
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	2 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H330Fatal if inhaled
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements: P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P318, P319, P320, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cobalt hydroxide?

The CAS Registry Number of Cobalt hydroxide is 12672-51-4. It is also known as Cobaltous hydroxide, Cobalt(2+) hydroxide, CoH2O2.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cobalt hydroxide?

Cobalt hydroxide has the molecular formula CoH2O2 and a molecular weight of 92.95 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is cobalt(2+) dihydroxide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cobalt hydroxide can I order?

We supply Cobalt hydroxide in (≥61%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cobalt hydroxide?

Yes. Every lot of Cobalt hydroxide is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cobalt hydroxide be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cobalt hydroxide is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.