Cobalt Supplier in Malaysia for Industrial Buyers
- Also known as
- Elemental Cobalt
- Cobalt Metal
- Co
Cobalt supplier in Malaysia for alloy, powder-metallurgy, electronics and specialty-metal buyers. Elemental cobalt, identified by the symbol Co and CAS 7440-48-4, is a hard grey metal specified by purity, controlled impurities and physical form for industrial processing.
Commercial requirements may call for cathode metal or cut pieces for melt charging, compact briquettes for foundry handling, or cobalt powder with a defined particle profile. These forms serve different production routes and should be stated clearly rather than grouped under a generic cobalt request.
Cobalt metal is used in superalloys, high-speed steels, cemented carbides, magnetic materials, electrodes and selected surface processes. It is not interchangeable with cobalt sulphate, chloride, oxide or other cobalt compounds, which require separate product specifications.
Send the required form, purity, specification, quantity and delivery location for a quotation. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed for the quoted cobalt requirement.
- CAS number
- 7440-48-4
- Formula
- Co
- Grade
- cathode metal, briquettes, powder
- Appearance
- hard, lustrous grey metal or dark grey metallic powder
Cobalt grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobalt cathode or metal pieces | solid metallic cathode, cut pieces or flakes | — | Controlled melt charging for superalloys, high-temperature alloys and specialty steels where cobalt content and metallic impurities are defined by the buyer. | Piece size and protective packing are confirmed with the quotation. |
| Cobalt briquettes | compacted metallic briquettes | — | Foundry and alloy additions where a compact, chargeable form is preferred for handling and measured incorporation into a melt. | Briquette presentation and pack format are confirmed for the quoted quantity. |
| Cobalt powder | fine metallic powder | — | Cemented carbides, powder metallurgy, magnetic materials and specialised surface applications where particle size, morphology and purity are stated in the purchasing specification. | Sealed packing is confirmed against the particle and quantity requirement. |
How to buy Cobalt from ChemTrade
Request a quote for Cobalt
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical identity | elemental cobalt | — |
| Chemical symbol | Co | — |
| CAS number | 7440-48-4 | — |
| Bulk appearance | hard, lustrous grey metallic solid | — |
| Powder appearance | dark grey metallic powder | — |
| Commercial form | cathode, cut pieces, flakes, briquettes or powder as specified | — |
Cobalt applications
Safety and handling
Keep cobalt metal dry, protected from contamination and separated from incompatible materials. Prevent dust release when handling cobalt powder and follow the safety information supplied with the quoted form and grade.
Common questions about Cobalt
Which cobalt metal form should I request for alloy production?
Cathode pieces, flakes or briquettes suit different charging and handling systems. State the preferred piece form, cobalt purity, controlled impurities and melt size so the quotation can address the production requirement.
What specifications matter when buying cobalt powder?
Provide purity, particle-size distribution, morphology where relevant and limits for critical metallic impurities. Include the powder-metallurgy, carbide, magnetic or surface application because each route can control different characteristics.
Is elemental cobalt the same as cobalt sulphate or cobalt chloride?
No. Elemental cobalt is the metal identified by Co, while cobalt sulphate and cobalt chloride are separate compounds with different forms and uses. Name the exact metal or salt required on the enquiry.
Can cobalt metal be requested for superalloy manufacture?
Yes, cathode metal, pieces or briquettes may be specified as cobalt feed for superalloy and specialty-alloy melting. Include the alloy standard, purity requirement and critical impurity limits used by the melt specification.
How are cobalt packing and documents confirmed?
State the preferred handling format and any product documents required. Available packing, documentation and commercial details are confirmed for the quoted cobalt form, grade and quantity.
What information is needed for a cobalt price enquiry in Malaysia?
Send the form, purity and impurity specification, particle or piece size, quantity, application and delivery location. These details allow the offer to identify the correct material basis and state its validity period.