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Potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III) (CAS 13963-58-1)

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CAS Number:
13963-58-1
Purity:
≥97%
Molecular Weight:
332.33
Molecular Formula:
K3Co(CN)6
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Potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III) is an inorganic compound comprising cobalt, cyanide, and potassium ions. With its blue-violet hue and water solubility, this salt finds extensive application in scientific and industrial settings. It has a history as a reagent in the synthesis of both organic and inorganic compounds, and more recently, its potential in biochemistry and physiology has been explored. Its versatility shines through in organic and inorganic synthesis, enabling the production of diverse compounds including cobalt chelates, complexes, and cobalt-containing polymers. Furthermore, it serves as a catalyst in organic synthesis and electrochemical processes. In biochemical and physiological experiments, potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III) is a valuable redox indicator, facilitating studies involving redox reactions and processes.


Potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III) (CAS 13963-58-1) References

  1. Mechanism of the Reduction of Potassium Tetracyanonickelate(II) and Potassium Hexacyanocobaltate(III) with Potassium in Liquid Ammonia1  |  GW Watt, JL Hall, GR Choppin. 1954. American Chemical Society. 76: 373–375.
  2. The reduction of iodopentamminecobalt(III) iodide and potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III) with potassium in liquid ammonia☆  |  GW Watt, RJ Thompson. 1959. Journal of Inorganic and Nuclear Chemistry. 9: 313-314.
  3. The preparation of potassium hexacyanocobaltate (III)  |  J. Chem. Educ. 1969. Journal of Chemical Education. 46: 384.
  4. Single crystal Raman spectra of potassium hexacyanocobaltate (III)  |  PW Jensen. 1973. Journal of Molecular Structure. 15: 273-281.
  5. Effect of pH on Retention of 134Cs and 60Co from MAW by Potassium Hexacyanocobaltate(III)  |  F. M. Mekhail, et al. 1991. Taylor & Francis. 27: 130-133.

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Potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III), 250 g

sc-250753
250 g
$288.00

Potassium hexacyanocobaltate(III), 1 kg

sc-250753A
1 kg
$819.00