Cobalt is a silver-gray, hard metal with unique magnetic properties and a rich history. While it is renowned for the iconic deep blue color it imparts to glass and ceramics, today it is primarily indispensable in high-tech applications. Cobalt plays a crucial role in lithium-ion batteries and is also extensively used in the medical sector, aviation, and the oil and gas industry.
Properties | Cobalt has a high melting point (1,495°C), is ferromagnetic, and offers excellent resistance to corrosion and oxidation. Additionally, it has catalytic properties and is stable at room temperature. |
Applications | Cobalt is used in lithium-ion batteries, implants, surgical instruments, aerospace components, and as a coating for corrosion protection. It also forms the basis for strong alloys. |
Cobalt is not only technologically valuable, but also demands responsible sourcing. A significant portion of global production comes from the DRC, where ethical risks such as child labor are present. Metel consciously chooses suppliers that comply with the EU regulation on critical raw materials and international standards like the Responsible Cobalt Initiative. In this way, we combine technological advancement with corporate social responsibility—delivering high-quality, ethically sourced cobalt products worldwide, tailored to your needs.
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