Nickel(II) Phosphate

Product Introduction

The compound corresponding to CAS 10381-36-9 is Nickel(II) Phosphate, with the molecular formula of anhydrous Ni3 (PO4) 2 or octahydrate Ni3 (PO4) 2・8H2O, and molecular weights of 366.02 g/mol and 504.15 g/mol, respectively.
Nickel(II) Phosphate has the appearance of crystalline particles, and the anhydrous form is off-white powder. It is insoluble in water but easily soluble in concentrated hydrochloric acid, nitric acid and ammonia water, and decomposes into nickel oxide and phosphorus pentoxide at high temperatures.

Product name	Nickel(II) Phosphate	Appearance	Light green powder
CAS No.	10381-36-9	Melting point	Decomposition at high temperature
Molecular Formula	Ni3(PO4)2·8H2O	Solubility	Soluble in water
Molecular Weight	332.7	Storage	2-8°C

Nickel(II) Phosphate

Properties And Uses

Properties：

1. It has a certain strong acidity and can react with alkali to form corresponding salts.
2. It can also form complexes with some metal ions, such as reacting with copper ions to form nickel copper phosphate.
3. The crystal structure belongs to the orthorhombic system or monoclinic system, depending on the conditions. Each nickel ion is usually coordinated with oxygen to form an octahedral geometric structure.

Uses：

When used in the pigment industry, Nickel(II) Phosphate generates nickel yellow pigment, which is used in coatings and ceramics; it can be used as a metal phosphating agent in surface treatment to improve corrosion resistance; it can be used as a negative electrode additive for lithium-ion batteries to improve cycle performance; it can also be used as a catalyst or carrier in organic synthesis.

Nickel(II) Phosphate 10381-36-9

Precautions

1. This compound is a toxic substance and is irritating to the skin and respiratory system.
2. Nickel compounds are generally potentially harmful to the environment, especially to aquatic life. Therefore, waste should be properly disposed of to avoid contamination of water sources.
3. It should be stored in a dry, sealed container and avoid contact with acids to prevent chemical reactions.