Product Category: Mining Chemicals / Electroplating Chemicals / Battery & Metal Chemicals
Chemical Name: Nickel(II) Sulphate Hexahydrate
Alternative Names: Nickel Sulphate / Nickelous Sulphate Hexahydrate
CAS Number: 10101-97-0
Chemical Formula: NiSO₄·6H₂O
Molecular Weight: 262.85 g/mol
Appearance: Blue to blue-green crystals
Product Overview
Nickel Sulphate Hexahydrate is a highly water-soluble nickel salt used as an important source of nickel ions across electroplating, metal finishing, catalyst production, chemical manufacturing and battery-material applications.
Its high solubility and controlled nickel content make it especially valuable in processes requiring the introduction of Ni²⁺ ions into aqueous systems.
Typical Technical Reference
| Property | Typical Reference |
| SKU | MCS-N1 |
| Appearance | Blue / blue-green crystals |
| Assay | Commercial high-purity grades commonly ≥98–99% |
| Nickel Content | Approx. 22.3% theoretical |
| Formula | NiSO₄·6H₂O |
| Molecular Weight | 262.85 g/mol |
| Density at 20°C | Approx. 2.07 g/cm³ |
| pH – 100 g/L Solution | Approx. 4.3–4.7 |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water |
| CAS Number | 10101-97-0 |
High-purity commercial references range from approximately 98–102% assay depending on the analytical method and grade.
Applications
- Nickel electroplating
- Metal finishing
- Battery-material manufacturing
- Nickel-containing catalysts
- Chemical synthesis
- Surface-treatment solutions
- Specialty ceramics
- Nickel compound manufacturing
- Laboratory and process chemistry
Key Benefits
- Highly soluble nickel source
- Consistent Ni²⁺ availability
- Suitable for electrochemical applications
- Available in high-purity grades
- Broad industrial functionality
Packaging
Typically supplied in sealed moisture-resistant industrial bags or drums according to grade.
Storage & Safety
Store dry and securely closed.
Nickel compounds require appropriate occupational exposure controls and should be prevented from entering the environment.
