Description

Cobalt carbonate is the inorganic compound with the formula CoCO3,it is the carbonate salt of cobalt.Cobalt carbonate is prepared by heating cobaltous sulfate with a solution of sodium bicarbonate.

This purple paramagnetic solid is an intermediate in the hydrometallurgical purification of cobalt from its ores. It is an inorganic pigment, and a precursor to catalysts.

[Formula]
CoCO3

[Cas registry number]
*******1

[Synonyms]
Carbonate of cobalt, cobaltous carbonate, carbonicacid,
cobalt(II) carbonate, spherocobaltite.

[Appearance]
Cobalt carbonate is an odorless purple powder.

[Solubility]
Cobalt carbonate is insoluble in water and ammonia; but however soluble in acids.

[Uses]
Cobalt carbonate is used as a microelement in the zootechnical Industry,
as raw material in the production of pigments and as catalysts.

[Classification]
Cobalt carbonate is harmful if swallowed and may cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact.

[Specifications]
Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application.