Nickel Carbonate Manufacturer in India
Pandora Industries is a trusted manufacturer of Nickel Carbonate in India, supplying industrial and specialty grades with high purity and consistent quality. Our Nickel Carbonate finds reliable use in applications such as catalysis, electroplating intermediates, ceramics, and battery materials. We emphasize dependable supply, material integrity, and suitability for demanding processes.
About Nickel Carbonate
Nickel Carbonate originates from the reaction of nickel salts (such as nickel chloride or nickel sulfate) with carbonate or bicarbonate sources in controlled aqueous precipitation. Over time, basic nickel carbonates or hydrated forms may form, depending on conditions.
In appearance, nickel carbonate typically appears as a light green or greenish crystalline solid or powder. The exact hue can vary slightly with impurities or hydration level. This green coloration is characteristic of many nickel(II) compounds.
One of its core chemical traits is that nickel carbonate is practically insoluble in water, but readily dissolves in dilute acids to yield nickel ions and carbon dioxide. That makes it a useful precursor when converting to soluble nickel salts or into nickel oxides via calcination.
In industrial practice, nickel carbonate serves as an intermediate in nickel refining, catalyst synthesis, and specialty material production. Pandora Industries ensures that all batches are tested for subtle impurities and behave consistently under further processing steps.
Applications of Nickel Carbonate
Below are some of the primary industrial uses of nickel carbonate, with a short explanation of its role in each sector:
Catalyst & Chemical Synthesis
In catalyst manufacturing, nickel carbonate is used as a precursor for nickel oxides or nickel-based catalysts. By thermal decomposition, nickel carbonate yields NiO, which is an active species in hydrogenation, reforming, and other catalytic processes. The predictable decomposition behavior of nickel carbonate makes it a favored starting point in catalyst design.
Electroplating & Surface Treatment
Nickel carbonate is used in electroplating as a buffer or neutralizing agent, particularly in nickel plating baths. It helps maintain pH stability and ensures smooth deposition by releasing nickel ions gradually when acidified. Its controlled solubility helps in optimizing bath chemistry and deposition rates.
Ceramic & Pigment Industry
In ceramic and glass applications, nickel carbonate is used to impart green or black coloration in glazes and glass. Because it decomposes cleanly upon firing, it leaves behind nickel oxide, which acts as a colorant or functional additive in ceramic bodies, glazes, and glass formulations.
Battery & Energy Materials
Nickel carbonate can be transformed into precursors used in battery materials, such as nickel hydroxide or nickel oxide, which are key components in NiMH or Ni-Cd battery systems. Its role as a stable nickel source helps in ensuring uniform composition and performance in battery electrode materials.
Water Treatment / Electrochemical Use
In some specialty water-treatment or electrochemical systems, nickel carbonate is used as a deposit or regeneration chemical. It can supply nickel ions under controlled acidic conditions, and thus help reconstitute nickel-based filtration or catalytic surfaces.
The versatility of nickel carbonate from Pandora Industries ensures it remains a preferred choice for diverse process demands both across India and in export markets.
Technical Properties of Nickel Carbonate
Nickel Carbonate Alternative Names
Nickel(II) carbonate; nickelous carbonate; carbonic acid nickel(2+) salt
Nickel Carbonate CAS Number
3333-67-3
Nickel Carbonate Chemical Formula
NiCO₃
Nickel Carbonate Molecular Weight
118.7 g/mol
Nickel Carbonate Appearance
Light green crystalline powder or solid
Nickel Carbonate Melting Point
Decomposes before melting (no true melting)
Nickel Carbonate Boiling Point
Not applicable (decomposes on heating)
Nickel Carbonate Solubility
Practically insoluble in water (≈ 0.093 g/L at 25 °C) and soluble in dilute acids
Nickel Carbonate Density
Approximately 4.39 g/cm³ (for anhydrous crystalline)
Nickel Carbonate Stability
Stable under normal conditions, decomposes in strong acids or at elevated temperatures; incompatible with strong oxidizing acids
Nickel Carbonate Packaging
Standard Packaging of Nickel Carbonate is 25 Kgs Bag. Custom Bulk Packaging for Nickel Carbonate is available on special request.
Nickel Carbonate COA
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Nickel Carbonate Price in India
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Beyond Nickel Carbonate, Pandora Industries offers a wide spectrum of industrial and laboratory chemicals engineered to support evolving manufacturing and research needs.
Pandora Industries Pvt. Ltd. is a manufacturer and exporter of Nickel Carbonate from Delhi, India