NovoMin® Zinc Gluconate (Food Grade)(1324)

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin

United States of America (USA)

Ingredient Name

Zinc Gluconate

Mineral Type

Zinc

Food Ingredients Functions

Mineral Source

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Mineral Source

Technologies

Food Ingredients,

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Minerals

Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

Minerals

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Additive-free,

Allergen-free,

Artificial Flavor-Free,

Colorants-free,

Excipient-Free,

Gluten-free,

Non-GMO,

Vegan

Food Ingredients Features

Accelerates Wound Healing,

Anti-Aging,

Anti-Inflammatory,

Excellent Bioavailability,

Free Flowing,

Free of Major Allergens,

High Quality,

Improved Water Retention,

Promotes Digestive Health,

Rapid Absorption,

Stimulates Immune System,

Suitable for Vegans

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Beverage

Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages,

Powdered Beverages

Food & Nutrition — Food

Cereals & Snacks,

Convenience Foods

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Functional Foods,

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Dosage Form

Capsules,

Soft Gels,

Tablets

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements,

Meal Replacers,

Nutritional Snacks,

Powdered Mixes,

Tablets

Properties

Physical Form

Powder

Solubility

Water Soluble

Appearance

Fine Powder, white to off-white

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Zinc Content	12.0	%	—
Assay	97.0 - 102.0	%	USP FCC

Physico-Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Identification	A&B	—	USP
Reducing Substance	max. 1	%	Benedict’s Test
Density	min. 0.45	g/cc	USP 616
Loss on Drying (at 105°C)	max. 11.6	%	USP 731
pH	5.5 - 7.5	—	EPA 9045/ USP 791
Chloride Content	max. 0.05	%	Ion Chromatography
Sulfate Content	max. 0.05	%	Ion Chromatography

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	max. 1,000	CFU/g	USP 61
Yeast and Molds Count	max. 100	CFU/g	USP 61
Coliforms	max. 10	CFU/g	USP 62
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative	—	USP 62
Escherichia coli	Negative	—	USP 62
Salmonella	Negative	/25g	USP 62

Mineral Profile

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Limit of Mineral Content (as-is)	11.6 - 13.7	%	USP 42 / EPA 6010B
Limit of Mineral Content (dry basis)	12.7 - 15.0	%	USP 42 / EPA 6010B

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Lead Content	max. 2.0	ppm	EPA 6020A / AOAC 974.02
Cadmium Content	max. 1.0	ppm	EPA 6020A / AOAC 974.02
Mercury Content	max. 1.0	ppm	EPA 6020A / AOAC 974.02
Arsenic Content	max. 1.0	ppm	EPA 6020A / AOAC 974.02

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

California Proposition 65,

FDA Compliant,

GMP,

NSF Approved,

SARA 311/312,

SARA 313,

Vegan,

cGMP

Chemical Inventories

DSL (Canada)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags,

Boxes

Packaging Information

Available in 25 kg in an all-white paper bag.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

3 years

Storage Conditions

Store in sealed box in cool place. Alwavs keep product tightlv sealed.