Description

Bis(5-Oxo-L-Prolinato-N1,O2)Zinc is a high-purity, organically complexed zinc compound. This specialized chelate offers superior bioavailability and stability compared to inorganic zinc salts, making it a critical ingredient for advanced nutritional and pharmaceutical formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the dietary supplement, functional food, and personal care industries seeking a highly bioavailable and organoleptically neutral zinc source.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: As a premium, highly bioavailable source of zinc in capsules, tablets, and liquid formulations.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: For enriching products like meal replacement shakes, nutrition bars, and fortified beverages without imparting metallic taste.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Used in the development of zinc-based therapeutic agents and mineral supplements.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into topical creams, lotions, and ointments for skin health applications.
• Animal Nutrition (Premixes): As a trace mineral supplement in high-performance feed for livestock and pets.
• Research & Development: Serves as a key reagent in biochemical research and the synthesis of novel coordination compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(5-Oxo-L-Prolinato-N1,O2)Zinc
CAS No.	15454-75-8
Molecular Formula	C10H12N2O6Zn
Molecular Weight	321.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc L-Pyroglutamate; Zinc Pyrrolidonecarboxylate; Zinc 5-Oxo-L-prolinate; Zinc (L-Pyroglutamate)₂; Zinc Bis(Pyroglutamate); L-Pyroglutamic Acid Zinc Salt; Zinc 2-Pyrrolidone-5-carboxylate; Zinc PCA
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Quality Control

Our Bis(5-Oxo-L-Prolinato-N1,O2)Zinc is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and heavy metal content, aligning with standards relevant for food, nutraceutical, and cosmetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Zinc Content)	19.5% - 21.5%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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