Cobalt Octoate 12%
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Cobalt Octoate 12%
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Product Description:
Cobalt Octoate 12% is a liquid solution containing 12% cobalt metal, commonly used as a primary drying agent (oxidative catalyst) in paints, varnishes, and other coatings. It promotes rapid surface drying of polyunsaturated oil compounds by accelerating the oxidation process. It’s a clear, violet or bluish-violet liquid that can be used in conjunction with other driers to achieve through-drying.
Properties:
- Drying Agent: Cobalt Octoate 12% is a highly active drying agent, particularly for surface drying in paints and varnishes.
- Oxidative Catalyst: It acts as an oxidative catalyst, speeding up the drying process of oil-based coatings by facilitating oxidation.
- Color: It’s typically a clear, violet or bluish-violet liquid.
- Metal Content: It contains 12% cobalt metal.
- Optical Whitening: It can provide an optical whitening effect on materials it’s added to.
Applications:
Primarily used in paints, varnishes, and other coatings that utilize polyunsaturated oils.
Saftey Handeling:
It’s crucial to handle Cobalt Octoate 12% with proper precautions, including ventilation and protective clothing, due to its potential for skin and eye irritation. Spills should be contained and disposed of according to local regulations, and it should be treated as a water-polluting material.