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Cobalt Octoate - VALIREX Co 8.5 T

Cobalt Octoate - VALIREX Co 8.5 T

Cobalt-based Catalyst with 8,5% Metal Content

VALIREX Co 8.5 T is a cobalt-based metal carboxylate with 8,5% Co, dissolved in toluene. It is used as a catalyst precursor for the polymerization of butadiene into polybutadiene rubber (PBR). Next to that, it is also a generic catalyst for chemical oxidation processes.

Technical Specifications of Cobalt Octoate - VALIREX Co 8.5 T

Physical Appearance

Liquid

Color

Blue

Metal Content

8,5% cobalt

Solvent

Toluene

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Applications - Catalyst

Polymerization catalyst for polybutadiene rubber

Generic catalyst for chemical oxidation

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Stijn Dekeukeleire

Stijn Dekeukeleire

Application Manager Catalysts
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