Description

Zinc Acetate CAS NO 557-34-6 is a versatile inorganic salt widely used as a precursor and catalyst in industrial and pharmaceutical synthesis. Its high purity and consistent quality make it a critical raw material for manufacturers requiring reliable performance and supply chain stability. This compound is essential for producers in the wood preservation, textile, and dietary supplement industries.

Application

• Wood Preservative Formulations: Acts as a key component in water-based wood treatment solutions to prevent fungal decay and insect damage.
• Dietary Supplements & Pharmaceuticals: Serves as a bioavailable source of zinc in mineral fortification and is used in topical astringents and antiseptics.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst in the production of polyesters and as a precursor for other zinc compounds like zinc oxide.
• Textile Industry: Functions as a mordant in dyeing processes to improve color fastness on fabrics.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and research as a standard or reagent.
• Galvanizing & Metal Surface Treatment: Utilized in specific plating baths and surface conversion coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Acetate
CAS No.	557-34-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6O4Zn • 2H2O (Dihydrate)
Molecular Weight	219.51 g/mol (Dihydrate)
Synonyms	Acetic acid, zinc salt; Zinc diacetate; Zinc(II) acetate; Dicarbomethoxyzinc; Zinc ethanoate; Zinc acetate dihydrate; Zn(OAc)2; EINECS 209-170-2
EINECS	209-170-2

Quality Control

Our Zinc Acetate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zinc Acetate Dihydrate)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	5.5 - 7.0
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.002 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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