Description

Zinc Gluconate is a vital organic zinc salt widely recognized for its superior bioavailability and stability. This compound serves as a highly effective and well-tolerated source of essential zinc, a critical micronutrient for numerous biological functions. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of dietary supplements, functional foods, and pharmaceutical preparations to address zinc deficiency and support immune health, metabolism, and wound healing.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid multivitamin/mineral formulations due to its excellent absorption profile.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich products like breakfast cereals, nutrition bars, and dairy alternatives with bioavailable zinc.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Employed in prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) products, including lozenges for immune support and topical creams for skin repair.
• Animal Nutrition (Feed Additives): Incorporated into premixes and feed for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture to promote growth, reproduction, and overall health.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Found in skincare products, deodorants, and toothpaste for its astringent, soothing, and anti-odor properties.
• Technical & Industrial Uses: Acts as a stabilizer or catalyst in certain chemical processes and can be used in water treatment applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Gluconate
CAS No.	4468-02-4
Molecular Formula	C12H22O14Zn
Molecular Weight	455.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc D-gluconate; Gluconic acid, zinc salt (2:1); Bis(D-gluconato)zinc; Zinc(II) gluconate; Zinc gluconate hydrate; UNII-30KYC7MIAI; EINECS 224-736-9; D-Gluconic acid, zinc salt
EINECS	224-736-9

Quality Control

Our Zinc Gluconate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeial standards, including USP-NF (United States Pharmacopeia) and FCC (Food Chemicals Codex), ensuring suitability for pharmaceutical and food applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing for identity, potency, and purity. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and available upon request to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white, crystalline or granular powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	97.0% - 102.0% (as C12H22O14Zn)
pH (10% solution)	5.5 - 7.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 11.5%
Chloride	≤ 0.05%
Sulfate	≤ 0.05%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	≤ 2 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 4 ppm
Microbial Limits	Meets USP/EP requirements

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