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Zinc Acetate, Zinc Diacetate, 557‑34‑6

Zinc Acetate, Zinc Diacetate, 557‑34‑6

🔹 Chemical Profile

1. Identification

  • Name: Zinc acetate

  • Synonyms: Zinc diacetate, Acetic acid zinc salt

  • CAS Number: 557‑34‑6

  • EC Number: 209‑170‑2

  • HS Code: 291529

2. Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: Zn(CH₃COO)₂

  • Molecular Weight: 183.48 g/mol

  • Form: Anhydrous or dihydrate (Zn(CH₃COO)₂·2H₂O)

3. Physical Properties

  • Appearance: White crystalline powder (may appear yellowish to gray‑green depending on grade)

  • Density: 1.84 g/mL at 25 °C

  • Melting Point: 83–86 °C

  • Boiling Point: ~908 °C

  • Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol, dilute mineral acids and alkalis

  • Hygroscopic: Yes

4. Chemical Properties

  • Reactivity: Stable under ambient conditions; reacts with strong oxidizers

  • pKa: ~4.76 (weakly acidic)

  • Nature: Salt of zinc and acetic acid

5. Applications

  • Pharmaceuticals: Dietary zinc supplement; used in lozenges for common cold treatment

  • Food industry: Approved additive (GRAS status in some jurisdictions)

  • Textiles: Dyeing and printing fabrics

  • Chemicals: Catalyst and intermediate in synthesis

  • Topical use: Antimicrobial ointments and creams

6. Packaging & Logistics

  • Forms: Powder or crystalline solid

  • Storage: Room temperature, inert atmosphere; protect from moisture

  • Transport Classification: Non‑hazardous (general chemical)

  • Shelf Life: ~2 years under proper storage

7. Regulatory & Safety

  • GHS Classification: Irritant

  • CLP Labeling:

    • H315: Causes skin irritation

    • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

  • FDA References: 21 CFR 175.105; 310.545; 582.8 (food contact and pharmaceutical uses)

  • MSDS: Must be provided

8. Quality & Certification

  • Available in trace metals grade (99.99% purity) for laboratory use

  • ISO 9001 compliant production (depending on supplier)

  • Food and pharma grades require GMP compliance

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Sector Applicability Notes
Pharmaceutical Used in zinc deficiency treatment and Wilson’s disease therapy.
Food Industry Food additive E650 (flavour enhancer).
Dietary Supplements Zinc mineral supplement (tablet/capsule).
Cosmetics Antimicrobial properties in mouthwash and dental products.
Chemicals Laboratory reagent and catalyst.
Textile Limited use in textile auxiliaries.
Animal Nutrition Potential zinc source in feed formulations.
Industrial Applications Intermediate in polymer synthesis and chemical processes.
  • ✔ = Common/Wide use

  • ◐ = Limited/Specific use

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