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Nickel (II) Sulfate NiSO4 - 500g
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Description
Nickel (II) Sulfate
Other Names: Nickel sulfate, Nickelous sulfate
Chemical Formula: NiSO₄ (commonly found as the hexahydrate: NiSO₄·6H₂O)
Molar Mass:
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Anhydrous: 154.75 g/mol
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Hexahydrate: 262.84 g/mol
CAS Number: 7786-81-4 (hexahydrate), 10101-97-0 (anhydrous)
Appearance: Green to blue-green crystalline solid
Odor: Odorless
Physical and Chemical Properties
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Density: ~2.07 g/cm³ (hexahydrate)
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Melting Point: Decomposes at ~840°C (anhydrous)
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Solubility in Water: Highly soluble (290 g/L at 20 °C for hexahydrate)
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Solubility in Alcohol: Slightly soluble
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pH: Acidic in solution
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Reactivity: Incompatible with strong reducing agents
Applications
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Electroplating: Used extensively in nickel plating processes
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Catalysis: Precursor in preparation of nickel catalysts
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Battery Manufacturing: Component in certain types of rechargeable batteries
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Ceramics and Pigments: Coloring agent in ceramics and glasses
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Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of other nickel compounds
Safety Information
Signal Word: ⚠️ Danger
GHS Hazard Statements
H302 (96%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H315 (99.9%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
H317 (100%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]
H332 (99.9%): Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]
H334 (100%): May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled [Danger Sensitization, respiratory]
H341 (99.8%): Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]
H350 (87.2%): May cause cancer [Danger Carcinogenicity]
H350i (12.7%): May cause cancer by inhalation [Danger Carcinogenicity]
H360 (85.2%): May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
H360D (15.3%): May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
H372 (99.9%): Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Danger Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]
H400 (> 99.9%): Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
H410 (> 99.9%): Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]
P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P333+P317, P342+P316, P362+P364, P391, P403, P405, and P501
Handling and Storage
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Handling: Avoid dust formation. Use in well-ventilated areas with proper PPE
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Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible substances
Environmental Considerations
Nickel sulfate is very toxic to aquatic organisms and may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Prevent environmental contamination.