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Is Nickel Acetate vegetarian?

Nickel Acetate

Vegetarian Unconfirmed

Nickel acetate is an inorganic salt of nickel and acetic acid, typically encountered as the green tetrahydrate. It is used industrially as a catalyst, mordant, and in electroplating processes.

Also known as 239-086-1, Nickel diacetate
CAS number 71-48-7
EC number 206-761-7
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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