Description

Bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)Nickel is a coordination compound where nickel is chelated by two D-gluconate ligands. This specialized nickel complex offers enhanced solubility and stability in aqueous systems compared to many inorganic nickel salts, making it a valuable precursor for controlled nickel ion release. It is primarily utilized in industrial catalysis, electroplating formulations, and as a trace mineral source in specialized nutritional applications. The compound is identified by the CAS number 71957-07-8.

Application

• Electroless Nickel Plating: Acts as a stable nickel ion source in autocatalytic plating baths for uniform metal deposition on complex parts.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation and organic synthesis.
• Nutritional Supplement (Animal Feed): Used as a bioavailable source of nickel, an essential trace mineral, in specialized animal feed premixes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a reagent in organic and inorganic synthesis where a soluble, non-corrosive nickel source is required.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methods for nickel quantification or complexometric titrations.
• Ceramic & Glass Coloring: Used to impart specific colors in the production of ceramics and specialty glasses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)Nickel
CAS No.	71957-07-8
Molecular Formula	C12H22NiO14
Molecular Weight	449.00 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Nickel bis(D-gluconate); Nickel D-gluconate; Nickel(II) gluconate; Nickel gluconate; Bis(gluconato)nickel; Gluconic acid, nickel(2+) salt; Nickel(2+) gluconate
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Quality Control

Our Bis(D-Gluconato-O1,O2)Nickel is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and nickel content. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metal limits, and loss on drying. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring consistent performance, from industrial catalysis to specialized nutrition.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 13.0 % (by titration)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Solubility (in water)	Freely soluble

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