Title: Nickel Carbonate Hydroxide
CAS Registry Number: 12607-70-4
Molecular Formula: CH4Ni3O7
Molecular Weight: 304.12
Percent Composition: C 3.95%, H 1.33%, Ni 57.90%, O 36.83%
Line Formula: NiCO3.2Ni(OH)2
Literature References: Tetrahydrate occurs in nature as the mineral zaratite. Review of toxicology and human exposure: Toxicological Profile for Nickel (PB2006-100005, 2005) 397 pp.
Derivative Type: Tetrahydrate
Properties: Green, odorless powder. Insol in water. Sol in ammonia and in dil acids with effervescence.
CAUTION: Nickel compounds are listed as known human carcinogens: Report on Carcinogens, Eleventh Edition (PB2005-104914, 2004) p III-181.
Use: Nickel-plating; catalyst for hardening of fats; in ceramic colors and glazes. |