Description

Nickel Carbonate, Basic Hydrate is a versatile inorganic compound widely used as a precursor for nickel-based catalysts and pigments. Its controlled composition and purity are critical for ensuring consistent performance in downstream chemical synthesis and material manufacturing processes. This product is essential for manufacturers in the catalyst, ceramics, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable source of high-quality nickel.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for the synthesis of nickel-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, reforming, and other petrochemical processes.
• Ceramic Pigments & Glazes: Imparts stable green and blue colors in the production of ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, and artistic glazes.
• Electroplating Solutions: Used in the formulation of electrolytes for nickel electroplating to provide corrosion-resistant and decorative coatings.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a nickel source in the manufacture of other nickel salts, complexes, and advanced inorganic materials.
• Battery Material Research: Investigated as a potential component or precursor in the development of electrodes for advanced battery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nickel Carbonate, Basic Hydrate
CAS No.	958638-02-3
Molecular Formula	NiCO3·2Ni(OH)2·xH2O
Molecular Weight	~304.14 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Basic Nickel Carbonate; Nickel(II) Carbonate Hydroxide; Nickel Carbonate Hydroxide Hydrate; Nickel Subcarbonate; C.I. 77779; Carbonato de Níquel Básico (Spanish); Carbonate de Nickel Basique (French); Nickelcarbonat, basisch (German)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nickel Carbonate, Basic Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of moisture and CO2 from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ni)	≥ 45.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Copper (Cu)	≤ 0.002 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

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