Calprona ZA is a very efficient and palatable source of elemental zinc for all animal species and it is compatible with all kinds of animal feed and premixes. Calprona ZA has a high and standardized zinc content with high purity. It is a palatable source of zinc to all animals with high solubility and bioavailability. Moreover, acetate is a direct source of energy for the animals and is used in the milkfat synthesis in dairy cows.

Ingredient Name: Zinc Acetate

Functions: Mineral Source

Iron Content: 0.001 - 0.001 %

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Animal Feed & Nutrition Functions
Ingredients
Zinc Acetate
Food Additive Number
E 650, INS 650

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • Zinc is an integral part of 300 known enzymes, which catalyze more than 50 different biochemical reactions.
  • Zinc is essential for highly proliferating cells, especially in the immune system and it has a fundamental role in cellular growth and differentiation and is therefore of utmost importance in the development of embryos and fetuses, in correct immune response and in tissue repair.
  • Zinc deficiency in animals results in reduced feed intake and leads to growth retardation, affected bone growth and impaired immunity.
  • During pregnancy, zinc deficiency can lead to increased chances on abortion or premature delivery.
  • Zinc deficiency in pigs is associated with skin lesions (parakeratosis), diarrhea and reduced performance while in poultry it leads to poor feathering of chicks and dermatitis.
  • In poultry the supplementation of organic zinc reduces foot pad lesions and in molting laying hens it reduces Salmonella infection In dairy cattle optimized zinc levels prevent infection diseases such as mastitis and hoof infections (footrot).
  • Calprona ZA has a high and standardized zinc content with high purity. It is a palatable source of zinc to all animals with high solubility and bioavailability. Moreover, acetate is a direct source of energy for the animals and is used in the milkfat synthesis in dairy cows.
Dosage

Maximum dosage depends on local legislation. In the EU the maximum level of zinc is laid down in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1095:

  • Dogs and cats: 200 mg/kg feed
  • Salmonids and milk replacers for calves: 180 mg/kg feed
  • Piglets, sows, rabbits and all fish other than salmonids: 150 mg/kg feed
  • Other species and categories: 120 mg/kg feed

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White to off-white crystals
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cadmium Contentmax. 2
Fluoride Contentmax. 40
Heavy metals Contentmax. 10ppm
Mercury Contentmax. 0.1
Flash Pointmin. 250
Arsenic contentmax. 3ppm
Assay Content (Zinc Acetate Dried Basis)min. 99.5
Iron Contentmax. 10ppm
Lead Contentmax. 20
Molecular Weight219.5
pH (5% solution)6.0-6.6
Zinc Contentmin. 29.6
Melting Point237°C

Regulatory & Compliance

Legislation

Calprona ZA is GMP+ FSA assured.

Zinc acetate dehydrate is listed in the EU in the Category of Nutritional Additives, Functional Group Compounds of Trace Elements, Identification number 3b601 (Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1095).

Safety & Health

Safety Precautions

Calprona ZA is classified as harmful and toxic to the aquatic life.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

Calprona ZA is available in 20 kg bags.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Stability

Calprona ZA is stable for 2 years from date of production. Physical stability and appearance may change before the end of shelf-life if not stored in well closed original packaging, dry and at ambient temperature.