Zinc Benzoate
CAS NO.: 553-72-0
Molecular Formula: C14H10O4Zn
Molecular Weight: 323.6
Zinc benzoate is a white powder that serves as a heat stabilizer for PVC and other polymers. It also has antimicrobial properties and is used in coatings and adhesives.
Main Applications:
Used as a heat stabilizer in PVC processing, an antimicrobial agent in coatings, and as a catalyst in polymerization reactions.
Typical Properties:
|
Property |
Value |
|
Appearance |
White powder |
|
Density |
1.44 g/cm³ |
|
Solubility |
Insoluble in water, soluble in acids |
|
Storage |
Store in a cool, dry place |
Zinc Benzoate Tech Grade:
| Items | Unit | Standard Specs. |
|---|---|---|
| Assay (Dry Basis) | % | ≥98.0 |
| Appearance | - | White crystalline powder |
| Zinc content | % | 21.0 ~ 21.7 |
| Free acid (as Benzoic acid) | % | ≤0.1 |
| Loss on drying | % | ≤0.5 |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ppm | ≤20 |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | - | 5.0 ~ 5.7 |
Zinc Benzoate Pharma Grade:
| Items | Unit | Standard Specs. |
|---|---|---|
| Assay (Dry Basis) | % | ≥99 |
| Appearance | - | White odorless crystalline powder |
| Zinc content | % | 21.2 ~ 21.6 |
| Free acid (as Benzoic acid) | % | ≤0.05 |
| Loss on drying | % | ≤0.3 |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ppm | ≤5 |
| Arsenic (As) | ppm | ≤1 |
Zinc Benzoate Food Grade:
|
Items |
Unit |
Standard Specs. |
|
Content |
% |
≥98 |
|
Loss on drying |
% |
2max |
|
Appearance |
- |
WHITE GRANULE OR POWDER |
|
Clarity of Solution |
|
Clear & Colourless |
|
Acidity & Alkalinity |
- |
≤0.1mlg |
|
Chlorides |
% |
≤0.02 |
|
Total Chlorine |
% |
≤0.030 |
|
Arsenic |
% |
≤0.0003 |
|
Mercury |
% |
≤0.0001 |
|
Lead |
% |
≤0.0002 |
|
Heavy Metals as Pb |
% |
≤0.001 |
|
Ash |
- |
24-27 |
|
ZINC Purity |
|
>20% |
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