Description

Zinc Nitrate Hexahydrate is an essential inorganic salt widely used as a versatile precursor and catalyst in industrial synthesis. Its high solubility and reactivity make it a critical raw material for producing specialized zinc compounds and functional materials. This product is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the chemical, agricultural, and electronics industries for applications ranging from corrosion inhibitors to nutrient supplements.

Application

• Catalyst and Reagent Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material for the production of other zinc salts, catalysts, and specialty chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Used in formulations for metal surface treatments and coatings to prevent rust and degradation.
• Agricultural Micronutrient: Acts as a source of zinc in fertilizer blends and nutrient solutions to correct soil deficiencies.
• Electroplating & Electronics: Employed in electrolyte baths for zinc electroplating and in the manufacture of certain electronic components.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a mordant in dyeing processes to improve color fastness on fabrics.
• Laboratory & Research: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and academic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Nitrate Hexahydrate
CAS No.	15308-60-8
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; Zinc nitrate hydrate; Nitric acid zinc salt (1:2) hexahydrate
EINECS	239-342-8 (for the anhydrous form)

Quality Control

Our Zinc Nitrate Hexahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the requirements of industrial and reagent-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity to prevent caking and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless or 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 %

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