Description

Nickel Citrate is a coordination compound formed from nickel and citric acid, known for its solubility and utility as a controlled source of bioavailable nickel. This product is essential for applications requiring a stable, water-soluble nickel salt that can be readily integrated into complex formulations. It serves critical functions in the electroplating, catalyst, and nutritional supplement industries, where precise metal delivery and purity are paramount.

Application

• Electroplating & Surface Finishing: Used as a key component in electrolytes for depositing nickel and nickel alloy coatings, offering excellent throwing power and corrosion resistance.
• Catalyst & Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in various organic reactions and hydrogenation processes due to its defined nickel content.
• Nutritional & Feed Additives: Serves as a source of bioavailable nickel in trace mineral premises for animal nutrition and specialized dietary supplements.
• Ceramic & Pigment Production: Utilized in the formulation of ceramic glazes, colors, and inorganic pigments where nickel contributes to specific hues and properties.
• Laboratory & Research Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry and life science research as a standard or reagent for trace metal analysis and biochemical studies.
• Battery & Energy Materials: Investigated for use in electrode materials and energy storage systems due to its electrochemical activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nickel Citrate
CAS No.	6018-92-4
Molecular Formula	Ni3(C6H5O7)2 or related hydrate forms
Molecular Weight	~ 488.04 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Nickel(2+) citrate; Citric acid, nickel salt; Nickel citrate tribasic; Tris(nickel) dicitrate; Nickel(II) citrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, nickel salt; UNII-9P8L9Q14QO
EINECS	227-896-9

Quality Control

Our Nickel Citrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for nickel content, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing results for assay, heavy metals, and other critical parameters are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your industrial processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 34.0 %
Solubility (in water)	Clear, complete solution
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %

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