Zinc acetate

Zinc acetate is a Zinc salt of acetic acid; avail. as the dihydrate Zinc acetate uses and applications include: Organic synthesis catalyst; wood preservative; mordant in textile dyeing; zinc chromate; laboratory reagent; reagent in testing for albumin, tannin, urobilin, phosphate, blood; crosslinking agent for polymers; ceramic glazes; waterproofing agent; OTC drug ingredient; food additive; dietary supplement (up to 1 mg daily) in foods, animal feeds; medicine (styptic, astringent, formerly as emetic); treatment of acne vulgaris; veterinary antiseptic, astringent, topical protectant; flavor enhancer in chewing gum; antimicrobial in cosmetics; in food packaging adhesives Suggested storage of Zinc acetate: Keep well closed