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Old Bridge Chemicals Zinc Chloride Solution 62.5% (USP-FCC Grade)

Old Bridge Chemicals Zinc Chloride Solution 62.5% (USP-FCC Grade) is a high purity, multi-application chemical. It has a number of uses in personal care products and as an intermediate for fertilizers, antibiotics and catalysts.

Chemical Name: Zinc Chloride

Functions: API Intermediate, Fertilizer, Intermediate, Micronutrient

Chemical Family: Zinc & Zinc Compounds

Grade: Food Grade, Pharma Grade

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Agrochemical Functions
Base Chemicals Functions
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
CAS No.
7646-85-7
EC No.
231-592-0

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point253 (123)°F (°C)
Freezing Point-50 (-45.5)°F (°C)
Specific Heat0.44Cal /g/°C
Weight per gallon14.83lbs.
Zinc Chloride per gallon9.3lbs.
Zinc per gallon4.46lbs.
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Alkali metals (100% basis)max. 1.0%
Ammonium salts (odorless)Nil
Baume63.8°
Lead Content (100% basis)max. 0.005%
OxychlorideNil
Specific Gravity (60°F)1.78
Sulfates (100% basis)max. 0.003%
Zinc Chloride (ZnCl2)min. 62.5%v /v

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Environmental Hazards

Zinc Chloride is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. If the product is spilled, comply with Federal, State and local regulations on reporting spills. Refer to Old Bridge Chemicals’ Material Safety Sheet for further details.

Safe Handling

The product is acidic and causes severe eye irritation. It may be irritating to the skin and may cause sensitization reactions in certain individuals. Contact with eyes and skin should be avoided through the use of safety goggles and rubber gloves. In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes and call a physician. Contaminated clothing should be thoroughly washed before reuse. Refer to Old Bridge Material Safety Data Sheet entitled "Zinc Chloride."

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Material can be supplied in tank cars, tank trucks, 275-gallon non-returnable IBC totes and 55-gallon non-returnable drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage

Zinc Chloride drums should be stored with the bung at the top to minimize leakage. Both drums and totes should not be emptied by air pressure. Heated storage may be necessary to avoid freezing.

Shipping Information

DOT Hazard Class: UN1840, Zinc Chloride solution 50%, 8, PGIII, Marine Pollutant, ERG154, NMFC047340-02 FRT CL 70.