Nickel acetate is a chemical compound with the formula Ni(C2H3O2)2. It appears as a greenish crystalline solid and is commonly used in various industrial applications, including as a catalyst in chemical reactions and in the production of nickel-based coatings. This compound is soluble in water and alcohol, making it useful in electroplating and as a precursor for other nickel compounds. Nickel acetate can also be used in laboratories for research purposes, particularly in studies involving nickel and its properties.