Zinc Acetate
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Zinc Diacetate
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
557-34-6
EC
209-170-2
Food Code
Zinc acetate is a white powder with formula Zn(C2H3O2)2 and molecular weight 183.48 g/mol (anhydrous). Density 1.74 g/cm³, melting point 237°C, soluble in water (430 g/L); used as zinc source.
Zinc Acetate
Used in supplements for immune boost; pharmaceuticals for cold lozenges; food additives for fortification; cosmetics for astringent; animal feed for growth; in wood preservation.
Irritant to eyes/skin; toxic in high doses causing nausea. Avoid inhalation; stable. Use PPE; monitor for copper deficiency in long-term use.
Packaged in 25kg multi-wall paper bags; store in dry areas per ChemicalBook MSDS.
