Agent Name |
Nickel II sulfate heptahydrate |
CAS Number |
10101-98-1 |
Formula |
H2-O4-S.Ni.7H2-O |
Major Category |
Metals |
Synonyms |
Nickel sulfate heptahydrate; Nickel(2+) sulfate heptahydrate; Nickelous sulfate heptahydrate; Sulfuric acid, nickel(2+) salt (1:1), heptahydrate; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Metals, Inorganic Compounds |
Description |
Green solid, soluble in water; [Merck Index] |
Sources/Uses |
Used in nickel-plating, dyeing (mordant), diagnosing (contact allergen), and manufacturing (catalysts and other nickel compounds); [Merck Index] Most nickel sulfate is a byproduct of copper refining (electrolytic); [Ullmann] |
Comments |
Toxic material; [Hawley] See "Nickel and compounds." |
Adverse Effects |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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