Ni1 Cl2
metal· Ni1 Cl2
Nickel(II) chloride (NiCl₂) is an inorganic metal halide compound commonly encountered as a hydrated salt in industrial and laboratory settings. It serves primarily as a catalyst precursor, electroplating additive, and chemical intermediate rather than as a structural engineering material in its own right. The compound is valued in metallurgical processing, battery chemistry, and specialty coatings for its ability to facilitate chemical reactions and deposit nickel-based surface finishes, though it is corrosive and toxic and requires careful handling in enclosed systems.
electroplating bathscatalytic systemsbattery electrolytesmetal finishingchemical synthesis intermediatecorrosion testing environments
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Export Control
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.