Description

Potassium Tetracyanonickelate(II) Hydrate is a coordination compound of nickel and cyanide, supplied as a hydrate. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of other nickel complexes and in materials science research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on catalysis, electroplating, and inorganic material development.

Application

• Catalysis Research: Serves as a catalyst precursor in various organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in the formulation of specialized nickel electroplating baths for decorative or functional coatings.
• Inorganic Synthesis: Acts as a key starting material for the preparation of other nickel cyanide complexes and coordination polymers.
• Materials Science: Investigated for use in the development of novel magnetic or porous framework materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in specific quantitative analytical methods.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Explored as a potential precursor for depositing nickel-containing thin films.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Tetracyanonickelate(II) Hydrate
CAS No.	339527-86-5
Molecular Formula	K2[Ni(CN)4]·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (Anhydrous: 240.96 g/mol)
Synonyms	Potassium Nickel Cyanide; Potassium Tetracyanonickelate; Potassium Nickel(II) Cyanide; Tetrapotassium Nickel Cyanide; Nickel Potassium Cyanide; Potassium Hexacyanonickelate (common misnomer); K2Ni(CN)4 hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Potassium Tetracyanonickelate(II) Hydrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis, to meet high-purity standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (K2[Ni(CN)4])	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.