Description

Zinc m-Toluate is a coordination compound of zinc and m-toluic acid, serving as a versatile and effective catalyst and stabilizer in polymer chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to accelerate specific reactions and enhance the thermal stability of various synthetic materials, ensuring consistent performance in demanding industrial processes. This product is essential for manufacturers in the plastics, rubber, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable additives for polymerization, cross-linking, and material stabilization.

Application

• Polymerization Catalyst: Acts as an efficient catalyst in the production of polyesters and other condensation polymers.
• PVC Stabilizer: Used as a heat stabilizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) formulations to prevent degradation during processing.
• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator: Serves as an activator or co-accelerator in the sulfur vulcanization of synthetic rubbers.
• Cross-linking Agent: Facilitates cross-linking reactions in silicone resins and other thermosetting polymers.
• Lubricant Additive: Functions as a friction modifier and anti-wear agent in advanced grease and lubricant formulations.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of other metal carboxylates and complex chemical compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc m-Toluate
CAS No.	68092-46-6
Molecular Formula	C16H14O4Zn
Molecular Weight	335.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc 3-methylbenzoate; Zinc meta-toluate; Zinc 3-toluate; Bis(3-methylbenzoato)zinc; Zinc(II) m-toluate; m-Toluic acid zinc salt; Zinc 3-methylphenylcarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zinc m-Toluate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zn content)	≥ 19.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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