Zinc Gluconate, Food Grade, Bag
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Zinc Gluconate is the zinc salt of gluconic acid, formed from two moles of gluconate per mole of zinc. It serves as a highly bioavailable, water-soluble source of elemental zinc, widely used as a dietary supplement and functional ingredient. It is manufactured mainly through fermentation of glucose or by neutralizing gluconic acid with a zinc source, and is recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) for food and supplement use.
Product Details
| CAS Number | 4468-02-4. |
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| Country Of Origin | China |
| Chemical Structure |
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| Chemical Formula | Zn(C6H11O7)2 |
| Product/Industry Category | Personal Care Additives, Additional Process Aids, Nutritional Additives, Food & Nutrition Ingredients |
| Applications | Used as a zinc nutrient in dietary supplements and fortified foods; in oral-care and skin-care products; and in deodorant formulations for odour control. Food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic use requires the appropriate grade and approvals. |
Specifications
| Color | White |
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| Form | Solid |
| Appearance | White Granular powder |
| Grade | Food |
| Odor | Odourless |
| Melting Point | 155-175 °C (311-347 °F) |
| Prohibited Uses | Not to be used in fasting/empty-stomach oral administration protocols due to gastrointestinal irritation risk. Not permitted for use in formulations exceeding regulatory zinc-intake limits for food fortification or dietary supplements. |
Technical Data
| Molecular Weight | 455.68 g/mol |
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Safety Information
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Packaging & Storage
| Packing Options | Bag |
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| Storage Conditions | Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place, protected from direct light, as the compound has some sensitivity to photodegradation |