Description

Zinc Nitrate Hexahydrate is an important inorganic salt widely utilized as a versatile precursor and reagent in industrial and research chemistry. Its high solubility and reactivity make it a valuable source of zinc ions for numerous synthesis and treatment processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in sectors including chemical synthesis, metal finishing, and specialty material production.

Application

• Catalyst and Reagent Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material for the preparation of zinc oxide nanoparticles, zeolites, and other heterogeneous catalysts.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in electroplating baths and conversion coatings to impart corrosion resistance and improve paint adhesion on steel and other metals.
• Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a nitrating agent and oxidizing agent in organic synthesis and the production of other zinc compounds.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as an analytical reagent and a standard in quantitative analysis and educational demonstrations.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a mordant in dyeing processes to fix colors to fabrics.
• Wood Preservative Formulations: Used in certain treatments to protect lumber from fungal decay and insect damage.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Nitrate Hexahydrate
CAS No.	10196-18-6
Molecular Formula	Zn(NO3)2 · 6H2O
Molecular Weight	297.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc dinitrate hexahydrate; Nitric acid, zinc salt, hexahydrate; Zinc(II) nitrate hexahydrate; Zinc nitrate 6-hydrate; UN 1514
EINECS	233-396-8

Quality Control

Our Zinc Nitrate Hexahydrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and oxidizing nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under dry conditions to prevent moisture absorption and caking. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to white crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zn(NO3)2 · 6H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.0
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.002 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.0005 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.