Nickel Chloride Hexahydrate
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Nickel Chloride Hexahydrate

Nickel Chloride Hexahydrate is a high-performance industrial chemical with versatile applications across multiple industries. The product appears as green or grass-green crystals, featuring dual solubility in both water and ethanol. It is an inorganic compound composed of Nickel, Chlorine, and Water, with the chemical formula NiCl₂•6H₂O and a molecular weight of 237.69 g/mol . This article will deliver a detailed product overview, highlighting its unique crystalline properties, reliable functional performance, and innovative cross-industry applications.
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1. Molecular Formula: NiCl₂·6H₂O

2. Property: Green crystals with specific gravity of 1.921, soluble in water and ethanol, deliquescent in moist air.

3.Molecular Weight:237.69

4. Sepcification(%):

 

Ni 24min
Co

0.001max

Fe

0.001max

Cu

0.001max

Zn

0.001max

Pb

0.001max

Mn

0.001max

Ca

0.001max

Cd

0.001max

W.I.M

0.02max


nickel chloride


Product Overview


W&Q's nickel chloride hexahydrate is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula NiCl₂·6H₂O (CAS No.: 7791-20-0) . It is a primary source of nickel ions (Ni⊃2;⁺) and typically appears as green crystalline powder or granular crystals . It is highly soluble in water and ethanol, and its aqueous solutions are slightly acidic with a pH range of 4.0-6.0 (50g/L, 25℃) .


Product Benefits


1.Physical & Handling (vs. Anhydrous Form):

  • Moderate Hygroscopicity & Stability: The hexahydrate form has mild moisture absorption and remains stable under sealed conditions. Unlike anhydrous nickel chloride, which easily absorbs moisture and cakes, it maintains free-flowing properties during storage and use .

  • Uniform Crystalline Structure: Produced as consistent, free-flowing crystals, ensuring easy weighing, accurate dosing, and convenient operation in industrial and laboratory settings .

  • Controlled Solubility: Rapidly dissolves in both cold and hot water with a predictable solubility profile, ideal for preparing electroplating baths, disinfectant solutions, and ammonia absorption agents .

2.Functional & Performance:

  • High-Purity Nickel Source: Completely dissociates in aqueous solutions to release Ni⊃2;⁺, the active form for electroplating, disinfection, and complexation reactions .

  • Environmental & Safety Advantages (vs. Traditional Agents): It is a low-toxicity alternative to cyanide-containing electroplating agents and formaldehyde-based disinfectants , helping industries comply with environmental regulations .

3.Economic & Practical:

  • Cost-Effective Production: Manufactured by two mature processes (metal nickel acidolysis or nickel waste recycling) , which are straightforward and scalable for mass production .

  • Long Shelf Life: Properly sealed and stored in cool dry conditions, it maintains stable quality for over 36 months without degradation .

Usage


  1. Disinfection: Diluted solutions are used for industrial circulating water disinfection and equipment surface sterilization, effectively inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms .

  2. Ammonia Absorbent: Applied in industrial waste gas treatment and gas masks to absorb ammonia, preventing air pollution and ensuring workplace safety .

  3. Catalysis & Chemical Manufacturing: Key raw material for preparing nickel-based catalysts, dry batteries, and invisible ink .

  4. Metal Processing: Added in aluminum alloy chemical polishing to enhance surface smoothness and polishing quality .

  5. Laboratory & Analytical Chemistry: Used as a reagent for complexometric titration and qualitative analysis of metal ions .


FAQ

What are the key storage precautions?
  • Environment: Store in a cool, dry warehouse with relative humidity 40%-60% and temperature 15-25℃; avoid direct sunlight and high humidity .

  • Packaging: Keep sealed in original containers to prevent moisture absorption and contamination .

  • Separation: Store separately from strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizing agents to avoid chemical reactions .




How to treat wastewater containing nickel chloride?

  • Chemical Precipitation: Adjust pH to 10-12 with alkaline agents (e.g., NaOH) to form nickel hydroxide precipitates; add Fenton reagent to break down complexes if needed .

  • Ion Exchange: Use cation exchange resins to adsorb Ni⊃2;⁺, which can be regenerated and recycled for plating baths .



What is the difference between nickel chloride hexahydrate and nickel sulfate hexahydrate in electroplating?

  • Nickel Chloride: Provides Cl⁻ ions that promote anode dissolution and improve coating adhesion; suitable for decorative and functional plating of complex workpieces .

  • Nickel Sulfate: Higher nickel content but no Cl⁻; mainly used for high-gloss decorative plating .

  • Selection Tip: Nickel chloride is preferred for corrosion-resistant coatings and parts requiring strong adhesion.


What key indicators should be checked on the Certificate of Analysis (CoA)?

  • Nickel Content: ≥23.7% (electroplating grade) .

  • Heavy Metal Impurities: Limits for Fe (≤0.001%), Cu (≤0.001%), Pb (≤0.001%), Cd (≤0.001%) (critical for electroplating and high-purity applications) .

  • Water Insoluble Matter: ≤0.04% (electroplating grade), ≤0.005% (reagent grade) .

  • pH Value: 4.0-6.0 (50g/L solution) .


Why Choose Us


W&Q stand out as an innovative leading supplier of nickel chloride hexahydrate, backed by professional expertise in fine metal chemicals and customer-centric solutions:

• We offer a one-stop sourcing solution—covering high-purity nickel chloride hexahydrate (electroplating/analytical/industrial grades) and supporting chemicals (nickel sulfate, cobalt chloride, corrosion inhibitors)—so you can streamline procurement and reduce supply chain risks .

• Our R&D team develops application-specific formulations: for example, low-impurity grade for precision electroplating (meets electronics industry standards) and fast-dissolving grade for ammonia absorption systems, tailored to your unique production needs .

• We adopt green production technology—using closed-loop recycling systems to reduce wastewater emission and energy consumption, ensuring our products comply with global environmental standards (REACH, RoHS) while maintaining cost competitiveness .



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