13138-45-9

Basic information

• Product Name: NICKEL NITRATE
• Synonyms: Nickel ion chromatography standard solution Fluka;NICKEL ION CHROMATOGRAPHY STD SOL. FLUKA , IN NITRIC AC.;nickel standard for ic;nickel(ii) nitrate solution;Nickel(II)-nitrat;Nickel nitrate, Matrix Modifier Solution, Specpure(R);Nickel(II) nitrate: (Nickelous nitrate);Nickel nitrate,anhydrous
• CAS NO: 13138-45-9
• Molecular Formula: N2NiO6
• Molecular Weight: 182.7
• EINECS: 236-068-5
• Product Categories: Inorganics
• Mol File: 13138-45-9.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 56.7
• Boiling Point: 83 °C at 760 mmHg
• Appearance: Green/Liquid
• Density: 2.05
• Vapor Pressure: 0.003Pa at 25℃
• Water Solubility: g/100g solution H2O: 44.2 (0°C), 50.0 (25°C), 69.2 (99.5°C); solid phase, Ni(NO3)2 ·6H2O (0°C, 25°C), Ni(NO3)2 ·2H2O (99.5°C) [KRU93]
• Merck: 13,6537
• CAS DataBase Reference: NICKEL NITRATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: NICKEL NITRATE(13138-45-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: NICKEL NITRATE(13138-45-9)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: T
• Statements: 45-52/53-48/20-43-49
• Safety Statements: 53-45-61-36/37
• RIDADR: UN3264
• WGK Germany: 3
• HazardClass: 8
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 13138-45-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

NICKEL NITRATE is a green crystalline solid that is soluble in water, hygroscopic, and noncombustible. It has a density of 2.05 g/cm3 and melts at 56.7°C. When heated, it loses water and decomposes to nickel oxide. Its aqueous solution is acidic, and it is also soluble in ethanol. NICKEL NITRATE is used in various applications, including nickel plating, preparation of nickel catalysts, and manufacturing of brown ceramic colors.

Uses

Used in Chemical Industry:
NICKEL NITRATE is used as a precursor for the preparation of nickel-impregnated catalysts, which are essential in the chemical manufacturing process. It is also used to make nickel plates in nickel-cadmium batteries, providing a crucial component for energy storage solutions.
Used in Ceramic Industry:
In the ceramics industry, NICKEL NITRATE is utilized to produce brown colors, adding aesthetic value and variety to ceramic products.
Used in Nickel Plating:
NICKEL NITRATE serves as a key component in the electroplating process, where it is used to deposit a layer of nickel onto various surfaces, enhancing their durability, appearance, and corrosion resistance.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
The hexahydrate form of NICKEL NITRATE forms emerald green monoclinic crystals. It is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air. The density of NICKEL NITRATE is 2.05 g/cm3, and it is isomorphous with the corresponding cobalt salt. It melts at 56.7°C and decomposes upon heating, producing toxic oxides of nitrogen. The green, deliquescent crystals are soluble in water, ammonium hydroxide, and alcohol.

Preparation

Nickel nitrate hexahydrate may be prepared by several methods based on the reaction of dilute nitric acid on nickel powder, nickel oxide or nickel carbonate. The reaction is exothermic and requires controlled cooling during production. The hexahydrate can be dehydrated to anhydrous salt by treatment with fuming nitric acid.

Air & Water Reactions

Nickel nitrate, Ni(N03)2·SH20, is green, monoclinic, deliquescent crystals that are soluble in water and alcohol; a dangerous fife hazard and strong oxidant that is used in nickel plating and the preparation of catalysts and brown ceramic coloring.

Reactivity Profile

Green, crystalline material, toxic and carcinogenic. A powerful oxidizer, NICKEL NITRATE may cause a violent reaction with reducing materials (e.g., magnesium or aluminum powder, tin(II) chloride). Dangerous fire hazard, acts as oxygen carrier. When heated to decomposition NICKEL NITRATE emits highly toxic fumes of oxides of nitrogen [Lewis, 3rd ed., 1993, p. 915]. Complexes with tetrammine and tetrahydrazine are explosive [Bretherick, 5th ed., 1995, p. 1685].

Hazard

Dangerous fire risk, strong oxidizing agent.

Health Hazard

Inhalation of dust causes irritation of nose and throat. Ingestion causes vomiting. Dust irritates eyes and may cause dermatitis in contact with skin.

Flammability and Explosibility

Nonflammable

Safety Profile

Confirmed human carcinogen. Poison by intravenous route. Experimental reproductive effects. Mutation data reported. A powerful oxilzer. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of NOx. See also NICKEL COMPOUNDS and NITRATES.

Potential Exposure

Nickel nitrate is used in electroplating, in nickel catalyst production for making other chemicals and the manufacture of brown ceramic colors.

Shipping

UN2725 Nickel Nitrate, Hazard Class: 5.1; Labels: 5.1-Oxidizer.

Incompatibilities

A strong oxidizer. Incompatible with strong acids; sulfur, combustibles, organics, and other easily oxidizable materials. Noncombustible, but it will accelerate the burning of combustible materials. If large quantities are involved in a fire or the combustible material is finely divided, an explosion may result. Prolonged exposure to fire or heat may result in an explosion.

Waste Disposal

Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant (≥100 kg/mo) must conform with EPA regulations governing storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal.

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