Cobaltous Linoleate

Name:
Cobaltous Linoleate
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	cobalt linoleate
M Formula:	Co(C18H31O2)2
Properties:
Brown, amorphous powder. Soluble in alcohol, ether, and acids; insoluble in water. Combustible.
Derivation:
By boiling a cobalt salt and sodium linoleate.
Use:
Paint and varnish drier, especially enamels and white paints.

See Soap (2).