Agent Name |
Nickel II acetate |
CAS Number |
373-02-4 |
Formula |
C4-H6-O4.Ni |
Major Category |
Metals |
Synonyms |
Acetic acid, nickel(2+) salt; Nickel acetate; Nickel diacetate; Nickel(2+) acetate; Nickel(II) acetate (1:2); Nickelous acetate; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Metals, Inorganic Compounds |
Description |
Green monoclinic crystals; [HSDB] |
Sources/Uses |
Used as a catalyst and mordant for textiles; [Merck Index] |
Comments |
A skin, eye, nose, and throat irritant; [HSDB] Danger of skin and airway sensitization; [MAK] There is limited evidence in experimental animals that nickel acetate is carcinogenic. [IARC] See "Nickel and compounds." |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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