Description

Lactic Nickel is a coordination compound where nickel is chelated by lactic acid ligands. This product is valued for its role as a controlled-release source of bioavailable nickel ions in specialized industrial and research applications. It is primarily utilized in sectors such as catalysis, electroplating, and materials science where precise nickel incorporation is required. The compound is identified by the CAS registry number 86751-16-8.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a source of nickel in homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis for organic synthesis and hydrogenation reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in specialized electroplating baths to deposit nickel alloys or composite coatings with unique properties.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a potential precursor for depositing nickel or nickel oxide thin films in semiconductor and coating technologies.
• Nutritional & Agricultural Research: Employed in controlled studies as a source of trace nickel in plant nutrition or animal feed research.
• Ceramic & Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as a doping agent or colorant in the production of specialty ceramics and inorganic pigments.
• Polymer Additive: Can be incorporated as a stabilizer or catalyst residue scavenger in specific polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lactic Nickel
CAS No.	86751-16-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Nickel Lactate; Nickel(II) Lactate; Lactic Acid Nickel Salt; Nickel Dilactate; 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid Nickel Salt; Lactatonickel; Nickel(2+) Lactate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lactic Nickel is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent composition, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as nickel content, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store this material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Ni content)	≥ Contact for details %
Loss on Drying	≤ Contact for details %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ Contact for details ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ Contact for details %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ Contact for details %

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