Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%

Name: Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014571

About Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%

Cobalt(II) chloride (CAS 7646-79-9) is a transition metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade, specified at 99.7% purity. The compound has the formula Cl2Co, corresponding to a molecular weight of 129.84 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is cobalt(2+) dichloride. It is also known as Cobalt dichloride or Cobalt muriate.

It is supplied as blue to purple powder to chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 735 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include indicator for titrations, metallurgy and plating and reduction reactions. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

We offer Cobalt(II) chloride in 10 g, 50 g, 250 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Indicator for titrations
Metallurgy & plating
Reduction reactions

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014571
CAS Number	7646-79-9
IUPAC name	cobalt(2+) dichloride
Molecular formula	Cl₂Co
Molecular weight	129.84 g/mol
Exact mass	128.8709
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99.7%
HSN code	28273990
InChIKey	GVPFVAHMJGGAJG-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	[Cl-].[Cl-].[Co+2]
PubChem CID	3032536

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Blue to purple powder to chunks
Melting point	735 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Cobalt dichloride, Cobalt muriate, Cobaltous chloride, Dichlorocobalt, Cobaltous dichloride, Cobaltous chloride anhydrous, Cobalt(2+) chloride, Kobalt chlorid, Cobaltum muriaticum, Cobalt dichloride (cocl2), CoCl(2), Technetium Tc-99m Exametazime and Cobaltous Chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P391, P403, P405, P501

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(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%?

The CAS Registry Number of Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% is 7646-79-9. It is also known as Cobalt dichloride, Cobalt muriate, Cobaltous chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%?

Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% has the molecular formula Cl2Co and a molecular weight of 129.84 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is cobalt(2+) dichloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% can I order?

We supply Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% in Puriss (99.7%) grade, in 10 g, 50 g, 250 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7%?

Yes. Every lot of Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% 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(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cobalt(II) chloride, anhydrous, 99.7% 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.