Agent Name |
Nickel II carbonate |
CAS Number |
3333-67-3 |
Formula |
C-H2-O3.Ni |
Major Category |
Metals |
Synonyms |
Nickel monocarbonate; Nickel(2+) carbonate (NiCO3); Nickelous carbonate; Carbonic acid, nickel(2+) salt (1:1); [ChemIDplus] UN3288 |
Category |
Metals, Inorganic Compounds |
Description |
Green crystals; [HSDB] Nearly insoluble in water; [Ullmann] |
Sources/Uses |
Used in colored glass, nickel pigments, electroplating solutions, and catalysts in wastewater treatment; [HSDB] |
Comments |
A skin irritant; May cause skin sensitization and asthma after prolonged contact; [ICSC] Danger of skin and airway sensitization; [MAK] There is limited evidence in experimental animals that nickel carbonate is carcinogenic. [IARC] See "Nickel and compounds." |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
IARC Carcinogen |
Known Carcinogen |
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