Nickel Chloride
Nickel Dichloride
- CAS
- 7718-54-9
- EC
- 231-743-0
- Sectors
- Mining & Metals, Lubricants & Metalworking
Nickel Chloride (CAS 7718-54-9) is a nickel salt that appears as green or brown scales or as a sparkling golden-yellow powder, and it serves as a nickel source for electroplating baths, catalyst preparation and dye manufacturing. It forms a key nickel source for plating and catalysis.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | Cl2Ni |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 129.6 g/mol |
| Appearance | Nickel chloride appears as green or brown scales, or sparkling golden-yellow powder. |
| Form | powder |
| Color | Yellow to orange |
| Melting point | 1001 °C |
| Boiling point | 973 °C |
| Density | 3.51 g/cm³ |
| Water solubility | slightly soluble |
| pH | 4 (500g/l, H2O, 20°C) |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Acute toxicity, Irritant / harmful, Health hazard, Environmental hazard |
| HS code | 28273500 |
| Grades available | Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Nickel Chloride
Applications
Used in electroplating baths, catalyst preparation, and dye manufacturing. In ceramics and glass, it imparts green coloration.
Safety & Risks
Toxic and carcinogenic; avoid inhalation or skin contact. Handle under fume extraction with PPE.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg plastic-lined fiber drums. Store cool, dry, and tightly closed.