Description

Zinc Salicylate CAS NO 16283-36-6 is an organometallic salt formed from zinc and salicylic acid, valued for its dual functionality as a source of zinc ions and salicylate anions. This compound is significant for its role in specialized chemical synthesis and as a functional additive in various industrial and pharmaceutical applications. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the personal care, polymer, and fine chemical industries seeking its unique properties for product formulation and development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and topical medicinal formulations.
• Personal Care Products: Acts as a stabilizing and functional agent in creams, ointments, and dermatological preparations.
• Polymer Additives: Serves as a catalyst or stabilizer in the production of certain specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a reagent or catalyst in organic synthesis and coordination chemistry.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying metal-organic complexes and their properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Salicylate
CAS No.	16283-36-6
Molecular Formula	C14H10O6Zn
Molecular Weight	339.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc bis(salicylate); Salicylic acid, zinc salt; Zinc disalicylate; Zinc(II) salicylate; Bis(salicylato)zinc; Zinc salicylate dihydrate (common hydrate form); Zinc 2-hydroxybenzoate
EINECS	240-368-7

Quality Control

Our Zinc Salicylate is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zinc content)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Solubility	Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol

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