
Nickel (II) Nitrate Hexahydrate - Ni(NO3)2 x 6H2O - Nickelous Nitrate [CAS: 13478-00-7] - 500g
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Description
Nickel(II) Nitrate Hexahydrate
Other Names: Nickelous nitrate, Ni(NO₃)₂·6H₂O
CAS Number: 13478-00-7
EC Number: 236-068-5
Chemical Formula: Ni(NO₃)₂·6H₂O
Molar Mass: 290.79 g/mol
Appearance: Green, crystalline solid
Odor: Odorless
Chemical and Physical Properties
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Density: ~2.05 g/cm³
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Melting Point: 56.7 °C (decomposes on further heating)
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Solubility: Highly soluble in water and ethanol
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Decomposition: Releases nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) upon decomposition
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Oxidizing Properties: Classified as a strong oxidizer
Applications
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Catalyst Preparation: Used in the synthesis of nickel-based catalysts
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Electroplating: Commonly used as a nickel source in electroplating baths
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Ceramics and Pigments: Provides green coloration and nickel content
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Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing other nickel compounds
Safety Information
Signal Word: ⚠️ Danger
H272 (99.5%): May intensify fire; oxidizer [Danger Oxidizing liquids; Oxidizing solids]
H302+H332 (10%): Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, oral; acute toxicity, inhalation]
H302 (99.5%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H315 (99.5%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
H317 (100%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]
H318 (99.5%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
H332 (99.5%): Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]
H334 (99.5%): May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled [Danger Sensitization, respiratory]
H341 (99.5%): Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]
H350 (89.5%): May cause cancer [Danger Carcinogenicity]
H350i (10%): May cause cancer by inhalation [Danger Carcinogenicity]
H360 (89.5%): May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
H360D (10%): May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
H372 (100%): Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]
H400 (99.5%): Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
H410 (99.5%): Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]
P203, P210, P220, P233, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P333+P317, P342+P316, P362+P364, P370+P378, P391, P403, P405, and P501
Handling and Storage
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Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from combustible and reducing materials
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Handling Precautions: Avoid generation of dust. Do not inhale vapors or dust. Use adequate protective equipment