Nickel carbonate

Name: Nickel carbonate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014772

About Nickel carbonate

Nickel carbonate is a transition metal compound carrying the CAS registry number 39430-27-8. Its molecular formula is CH12Ni3O11 and its molecular weight is 376.18 g/mol. Systematically, it is named tris(nickel(2+)). Carbonate. Tetrahydroxide. Tetrahydrate. It is also known as Basic nickel carbonate tetrahydrate or Nickel carbonate hydroxide tetrahydrate.

It is supplied as a light green to green powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for battery and energy materials and materials research. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

We offer Nickel carbonate in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Battery & energy materials
Materials research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Nickel carbonate
Catalogue No.	VQ-014772
CAS Number	39430-27-8
IUPAC name	tris(nickel(2+));carbonate;tetrahydroxide;tetrahydrate
Molecular formula	CH₁₂Ni₃O₁₁
Molecular weight	376.18 g/mol
Exact mass	375.8394
HSN code	28369990
InChIKey	JWFGIQXZIKKLFA-UHFFFAOYSA-H
SMILES	C(=O)([O-])[O-].O.O.O.O.[OH-].[OH-].[OH-].[OH-].[Ni+2].[Ni+2].[Ni+2]
PubChem CID	76955832

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Light green to green powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	8 / 11
TPSA	71.2 Å²
Synonyms	Basic nickel carbonate tetrahydrate, Nickel, (carbonato(2-))tetrahydroxytri-, tetrahydrate, Nickel carbonate hydroxide (Ni3(CO3)(OH)4), tetrahydrate, Nickel, (carbonato(2))tetrahydroxytri, tetrahydrate, Nickel carbonate hydroxide tetrahydrate, Nickel (II) carbonate hydroxide tetrahydrate, Nickel(2+) carbonate hydroxide--water (3/1/4/4)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H332Harmful if inhaled
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P391

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Nickel carbonate?

The CAS Registry Number of Nickel carbonate is 39430-27-8. It is also known as Basic nickel carbonate tetrahydrate, Nickel, (carbonato(2-))tetrahydroxytri-, tetrahydrate, Nickel carbonate hydroxide (Ni3(CO3)(OH)4), tetrahydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nickel carbonate?

Nickel carbonate has the molecular formula CH12Ni3O11 and a molecular weight of 376.18 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Nickel carbonate can I order?

We supply Nickel carbonate, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Nickel carbonate?

Yes. Every lot of Nickel carbonate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Nickel carbonate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Nickel carbonate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.