Highly dispersive PdCoBs were prepared by precipitation–reduction at 273 K.
The dispersion of PdCoB is promoted by the increase in B/Co ratio on the surface.
PdCoBs are highly effective at pH = 2.5–11 for the dechlorination of 4-chlorophenol.
High activity of PdCoBs is ascribed to synergistic effect between Pd, Co and B.