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BioFuran Materials LLC Zinc (II) Acetate Dihydrate

Zinc (II) Acetate Dihydrate is a fine white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and common alcohols. Just like zinc formate dihydrate, zinc acetate dihydrate is a key ingredient in the preparation of effective antimicrobials, common cold lozenges ingredient, anti-itch ointment, astringent.

Chemical Name: Zinc Acetate Dihydrate

CAS Number: 5970-45-6

Functions: Catalyst, Intermediate, Precursor, Reagent

Chemical Family: Acetates, Zinc Salts

Dosage Form: Ointments

Synonyms: Wilzin, Zinc diacetate dihydrate

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CAS No.
5970-45-6
EC No.
611-865-4

Applications & Uses

Dosage Form
Base Chemicals End Uses
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

Beside the trending medicinal uses, zinc acetate dihydrate is useful as.

  • Precursor to a foliar fertilizer zinc ammonium acetate, an advanced substitute for poorly soluble zinc oxide fertilizers
  • Zinc containing synthetic reagent
  • Production of insulin
  • Synthon for Zn-MOFs
  • Industrial vinyl acetate production catalyst

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Mild vinegar odor
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Range235-239°C
Molecular Weight219.51g/mol
pH ( in aqueous solution)6-8
Purity98%
Relative Density1.82-1.86