NICKEL HYDROXIDE
Product information
CAS No.
12054-48-7
EC No.
235-008-5
Summary formula
Ni(OH)₂.
ADR
YES
Physical form
Green powder
Application
- Production of other nickel salts: nickel hydroxide is used as a raw material to synthesize other nickel compounds.
- Electroplating: Used in electroplating processes to coat surfaces with metals, increasing their resistance to corrosion.
- Alkaline batteries: Used in the manufacture of alkaline battery electrodes, where it oxidizes to nickel oxide (NiOOH).