Featured Commercial MOF Products (Series I)
Standardized crystalline powders synthesized via continuous mechanochemistry and hydrothermal pathways for industrial evaluations.
Ni-BTC Frameworks: Engineering Coordination Chemistry at Scale
Nickel Benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylate (Ni-BTC), also classified as Ni3(BTC)2 or Nickel Trimesate, represents a cornerstone class of coordination polymers. Constructed from nickel cations coordinated with organic trimesic acid linkers, Ni-BTC forms a robust 3D nanoporous framework characterized by exceptionally high specific surface area, accessible coordinatively unsaturated metal sites (open nickel sites), and tuneable micropore geometry.
As a premier global supplier and exporter, our facility bridges the gap between laboratory synthesis and commercial deployment. By controlling crystallization kinetics and solvent removal protocols, we deliver Ni-BTC with ultra-high phase purity, batch-to-batch BET surface area reproducibility (>1,100 m²/g), and engineered particle morphologies tailored for pressure swing adsorption (PSA), membrane integration, and heterogenous catalysis.
Ni-BTC Benchmark Specs
- Empirical Formula: C9H3Ni3O6 (Framework Unit)
- BET Surface Area: 1,050 – 1,350 m²/g
- Pore Volume: 0.42 – 0.52 cm³/g
- Average Pore Diameter: 0.9 – 1.4 nm
- Thermal Stability: Up to 360°C in N2
- Bulk Density: 0.45 – 0.60 g/cm³
- Appearance: Light Green / Teal Powder
Comparative Analysis: Ni-BTC vs. Benchmark Nanoporous Materials
| Material Benchmark | BET Surface Area (m²/g) | CO2 Adsorption Capacity (mmol/g @ 1 bar) | Open Metal Site (OMS) Density | Hydrothermal Stability | Industrial Scale-Up Feasibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ni-BTC (KARGEN Optimized) | 1,150 – 1,350 | 4.2 – 5.1 | High (Ni2+ unsaturated nodes) | Moderate to High (Ligand-protected) | Commercial Ton-Scale Ready |
| Cu-BTC (HKUST-1) | 1,500 – 1,800 | 3.8 – 4.5 | High (Cu2+ dimer sites) | Low (Moisture sensitive) | Commercial Scale |
| Zeolite 13X | 500 – 700 | 2.1 – 2.8 | N/A (Electrostatic cations) | Very High | Commodity Mass Production |
| Activated Carbon (Coconut Shell) | 800 – 1,100 | 1.2 – 1.8 | None | Very High | Commodity Mass Production |
Global Commercial Landscape & Industry Adoption
The global commercialization of Metal-Organic Frameworks has transitioned from academic curiosity to large-scale industrial deployment. Ni-BTC has emerged as a high-demand functional material across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific due to its unique electronic configuration and competitive ligand-to-metal cost structure.
Semiconductor & Specialty Gas Purification
Global fab operators require ultra-pure gases (>99.9999% purity). Ni-BTC’s exposed nickel centers exhibit strong pi-complexation with trace olefin, moisture, and carbon monoxide impurities in nitrogen, argon, and hydride gas streams, outperforming conventional metal oxide getters.
Industrial Carbon Management & Point-Source CCUS
With global net-zero regulations expanding, industrial emitters are retrofitting flue gas stacks with MOF-based Vacuum Pressure Swing Adsorption (VPSA) units. Ni-BTC delivers exceptional CO2/N2 separation selectivity and low regeneration energy requirements (under 60°C desorption energy).
Petrochemical Olefin / Paraffin Fractionation
Ethylene/ethane and propylene/propane separations are among the most energy-intensive processes in chemical manufacturing. Ni-BTC modified extrudates enable kinetic thermodynamic sieving, reducing energy consumption by up to 45% compared to cryogenic distillation.
Localized Application Scenarios & Engineering Benchmarks
Discover how engineered Ni-BTC powders, pellets, and dispersions solve critical challenges across localized industrial environments.
1. Flue-Gas CO2 Capture
Operating Conditions: 40°C – 75°C, 1.0 – 1.5 bar flue gas pressure.
Performance Metric: CO2 uptake of 4.8 mmol/g; CO2/N2 selectivity > 38.
Ni-BTC’s open coordination sites interact favorably with the quadrupole moment of carbon dioxide molecules, allowing high working capacity even under wet or dilute flue-gas conditions.
2. Battery Separator Coatings
System: High-voltage lithium metal & solid-state batteries.
Performance Metric: Uniform ion channel regulation; dendrite suppression.
Formulated as a sub-micron dispersion, Ni-BTC creates an artificial SEI layer on lithium-ion battery separators, capturing trace electrolyte impurities and enhancing Li+ transference numbers.
3. Hazardous VOC Abatement
Target Pollutants: Benzene, Toluene, Xylene (BTX), H2S, and NH3.
Performance Metric: High breakthrough capacity at ppm levels.
Utilized in industrial air scrubbers and personal protective equipment filters, Ni-BTC irreversibly chemisorbs sulfurous and ammonical toxins while reversibly capturing aromatic vapors.
China Supply Chain Resilience & Cost-Efficiency Advantages
Securing advanced nanomaterials requires more than laboratory synthesis—it demands reliable, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing supply chains capable of delivering metric tons without compromising quality.
Located in Guangdong's advanced materials hub, we maintain direct long-term contracts for high-purity nickel salts and benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylic acid (trimesic acid), insulating global buyers from volatile precursor markets.
Our proprietary solvent-free mechanochemical synthesis route reduces organic solvent consumption by up to 85%, dramatically lowering unit costs, reducing environmental footprints, and ensuring REACH compliance.
Every batch undergoes rigorous Powder X-ray Diffraction (PXRD), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), and Nitrogen Sorption BET analysis. Complete Certificate of Analysis (CoA) documentation accompanies every export lot.
Export & Logistics Framework
- Standard Lead Time: 7-14 Days (In Stock)
- Custom Formulation: 3-4 Weeks Pilot Scale
- Packaging Options: 1kg, 5kg, 25kg Drums
- Compliance: REACH, RoHS, SDS, GHS
- Shipping Terms: FOB, CIF, DDP Air/Sea
Technical Roadmap & Future R&D Horizons
Pioneering next-generation coordination chemistry to meet global industrial decarbonization and clean energy milestones.
Structured Monoliths & Pellets
Transitioning raw microcrystalline powders into high-density binder-free extrudates, honeycomb monoliths, and spherical beads to eliminate pressure drop in high-flow gas columns.
Bimetallic & Mixed-Linker MOFs
Incorporating secondary transition metal nodes (Ni-Co-BTC, Ni-Fe-BTC) to tune Lewis acidity and redox potentials, achieving synergistic catalytic performance for electrochemical CO2 reduction.
Direct Air Capture (DAC) Systems
Engineering ultra-hydrophobic amine-functionalized Ni-BTC derivatives specifically designed to capture atmospheric CO2 (420 ppm) with ultra-low thermal desorption energy budgets.
Custom OEM/ODM Synthesis
Whether your project requires specific particle size distributions (PSD from 200 nm to 50 µm), modified pore sizes, or customized liquid dispersions (water, ethanol, NMP), our PhD-led R&D team supports tailored development.
Global Regulatory Compliance
We maintain full compliance with international chemical management safety frameworks. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified operations guarantee institutional reliability for global enterprise buyers.
1–5g Sample Evaluation Program
To accelerate R&D cycles for university labs, pilot projects, and industrial procurement teams, qualified B2B inquiries can request evaluation samples accompanied by comprehensive analytical dossiers.
Complementary MOF & Advanced Nanomaterial Series (Series II)
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Frequently Asked Questions (Procurement & Technical)
Expert answers to common engineering, procurement, and shipping queries regarding Ni-BTC and MOF supplies.
Accelerate Your MOF Integration Today
Partner with China’s premier industrial-scale Ni-BTC supplier. Speak directly with our PhD application engineering team to request technical dossiers, custom synthesis quotes, or evaluation samples.