Product Description

ProductZinc acetate
CAS557-34-6 (anhyd) 5970-45-6 (dihydrate)
FormulaZn(C2H3O2)2 2H2O
SynonymZinc acetate, Acetic acid, zinc salt, Dicarbomethoxy zinc, Zinc diacetate

Typical Product Specifications

NotesZinc 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
ClassSpecialty Chemicals
FunctionSupplement, Catalyst, Antimicrobial, Preservative, Acid, Flavor, Additive
IndustryCosmetic, Adhesives, Flavor
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