Product Overview & Quality

Product Name: Cobalt (II) nitrate hexahydrate
Brand: Kemaus (Product Code: KA-164-2)
Grade: Analytical Reagent (AR Grade). Manufactured under strict Kemaus quality standards to ensure premium purity with ultra-low trace contamination of heavy metals and foreign ions, essential for high-precision laboratory analysis.
Physical Properties: Odorless, dark red to reddish-purple crystals.
Solubility: Very soluble in water and soluble in ethanol.
Key Use: Commonly used as a precursor for synthesizing other cobalt compounds and as a chemical catalyst in organic synthesis. Also utilized in preparing laboratory standard solutions, electroplating processes, and material science research for glass and ceramic colorants.

Safety & Hazards (Critical)

Classification: Oxidizing Solid (Category 2). May cause cancer (Category 1B). May damage fertility or the unborn child (Category 1B). May cause genetic defects. Harmful if swallowed or inhaled.
Health Risks: May cause an allergic skin reaction or respiratory sensitization, leading to asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties upon inhalation. Causes serious eye damage.
Environmental Hazards: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with local regulations.
First Aid Measures: Immediately flush affected eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If inhaled, move the victim to fresh air. Seek immediate, urgent medical attention for any exposure.

Handling & Storage

Storage: Hygroscopic material. Store in the original tightly sealed Kemaus container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area (below 30 degrees Celsius). Keep strictly away from combustible materials, reducing agents, organic substances, and heat sources due to its oxidizing nature.
Precautions: Comprehensive PPE is mandatory, including chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, a protective coat, and a dedicated particulate respirator. Avoid dust generation. Strictly restricted for use by pregnant women or individuals of reproductive age.