Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%

Name: Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014572

About Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%

Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate is a transition metal compound (Extra Pure grade) carrying the CAS registry number 7791-13-1 with a typical assay of 99%. With the molecular formula Cl2CoH12O6, it has a molar mass of 237.93 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is cobalt(2+). Dichloride. Hexahydrate. Alternative names: Cobaltous chloride and Cobalt dichloride.

In its supplied form it is red to very dark red and purple and red-purple and purple-red crystalline. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for indicator for titrations and materials research. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Indicator for titrations
Materials research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014572
CAS Number	7791-13-1
IUPAC name	cobalt(2+);dichloride;hexahydrate
Molecular formula	Cl₂CoH₁₂O₆
Molecular weight	237.93 g/mol
Exact mass	236.9343
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	28273990
InChIKey	GFHNAMRJFCEERV-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	O.O.O.O.O.O.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Co+2]
PubChem CID	24643

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Red to very dark red and purple and red-purple and purple-red crystalline
H-bond donors / acceptors	6 / 8
TPSA	6 Å²
UN number	UN 3260
Synonyms	Cobaltous chloride, Cobalt dichloride, Cobalt chloride hexahydrate, Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate, Cobalt dichloride hexahydrate, Chlorek cobaltawy, Cobalt chloride, hexahydrate, cobalt chloride hydrate, Cobaltous chloride, hexahydrate, Cobaltous chloride hexahydrate, cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate, Cobalt chloride (CoCl2), hexahydrate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302+H332Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P391

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

Other grades of CAS 7791-13-1

Cobalt chloride test paper

CAS: 7791-13-1
Formula: Cl₂CoH₁₂O₆
MW: 237.93 g/mol

VQ-000331

ACS

Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, ACS reagent, 99%+

CAS: 7791-13-1
Formula: Cl₂CoH₁₂O₆
MW: 237.93 g/mol

VQ-014573

AR

Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, GR 99%+

CAS: 7791-13-1
Formula: Cl₂CoH₁₂O₆
MW: 237.93 g/mol

VQ-014574

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99% is 7791-13-1. It is also known as Cobaltous chloride, Cobalt dichloride, Cobalt chloride hexahydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%?

Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99% has the molecular formula Cl2CoH12O6 and a molecular weight of 237.93 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99% can I order?

We supply Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99% in Extra Pure (99%) 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(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99% 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, hexahydrate, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cobalt(II) chloride, hexahydrate, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 3260), 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.