Cobalt(II) acetate (CoC4H6O4)-Powder

Characteristic




Cobalt(II) acetate is the cobalt salt of acetic acid. It is commonly found as the tetrahydrate Co(CH3CO2)2·4 H2O, abbreviated Co(OAc)2·4 H2O.




Chemical formula:Co(C2H3O2)2

Molar mass:177.02124 g/mol

Appearance:intense red crystals 

Solubility in water:Soluble

Magnetic susceptibility (χ):+11,000·10−6 cm3/mol




Application




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.