Nickel Hydroxy Carbonate Powder Market Outlook and Trends
Thursday,16 Jan,2025
What is Nickel Hydroxycarbonate Powder?
Nickel Hydroxycarbonate Powder is a green or gray powder with the chemical formula Ni4CO3(OH)6(H2O)4 or similar variants. It is generated through the reaction of nickel salts with carbonates and has good dispersibility and chemical stability. Due to the carbonate and hydroxyl groups in their structure, nickel hydroxyl carbonate powders exhibit unique catalytic and adsorption properties in many chemical reactions.
Types and applications distinguished
Type:
Basic Nickel Carbonate: the most common form, typically used in catalysts and coatings.
Nickel Hydroxy Carbonate Hydrate: contains variants with different hydration levels that affect its solubility and application.
Applications:
Electroplating: used as a pH regulator in nickel plating solutions to provide uniform coatings.
Catalysts: as catalyst precursors or direct catalysts in petroleum refining and chemical synthesis.
Ceramics and pigments: as green pigments in the ceramics industry.
Battery materials: as electrode materials in nickel-metal hydride batteries and some new lithium-ion batteries.
Global Market Development
North America is mainly used in the high-tech plating and catalyst industries. The U.S. market demand mainly comes from the automobile manufacturing and electronics industries, Europe focuses on the improvement of environmental standards, prompting the use of nickel hydroxyl carbonate in the field of green catalysis and new energy, Germany and France are the main markets.
Asia-Pacific region has witnessed significant growth in demand for nickel hydroxyl carbonates due to rapid industrialization and infrastructure development in the region, especially in China and India. Other regions, such as the Middle East and Latin America, started late but the market is gradually expanding with the accelerated industrialization.
Industry Case Studies
Applications in the Plating Industry
Nickel hydroxyl carbonates are used as pH adjusters for nickel plating solutions at automotive parts manufacturers in the US. By using this powder, the company was able to reduce nickel consumption in the production process while improving the uniformity and corrosion resistance of the plated layer. This not only saves costs and improves product quality, but also meets environmental requirements.
Catalysts in the oil industry
In an oil refinery in the Middle East, NiHC is used as a catalyst precursor for the treatment of heavy oil. Through the use of Ni-Hydroxycarbonate, the plant has significantly improved the conversion of heavy oil and reduced emissions, providing a new way of thinking about sustainable chemical production.
Expert opinion
Dr. Elena Martinez, Materials Scientist: “The potential of nickel hydroxycarbonate powders in the field of battery materials and catalysts is enormous, especially in the shift to cleaner energy sources.”
Prof. James Lee, Professor of Chemical Engineering: “While current applications of nickel hydroxycarbonates are focused on electroplating and catalysts, the market will expand further in the future as research progresses, especially in high-performance battery materials.”
Q&A.
What are the main types of nickel hydroxyl carbonate powders?
The main types include basic nickel carbonates and nickel hydroxyl carbonate hydrates.
In which fields are nickel hydroxycarbonate powders most widely used?
The major applications are in electroplating, catalysts, ceramics, pigments and battery materials.
What is the growth trend of the global nickel hydroxyl carbonate market?
It is expected to grow from USD 508.8 million in 2024 to USD 902.7 million by 2034, at a CAGR of 5.9%.
Why is Asia Pacific dominating the nickel hydroxyl carbonate market?
Growing demand due to rapid industrialization and infrastructure development, especially in China and India.
What is the future of nickel hydroxyl carbonates in battery materials?
The application of nickel hydroxyl carbonates in high performance battery materials is promising with the development of electric vehicles and renewable energy storage technologies.
