| Zinc Chloride
Solution (ZnCl2) |
TYPICAL ANALYSIS
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50.0% |
62.5% |
65.0% |
67.5% |
| ZnCl2 |
% |
50.0 |
62.5 |
65.0 |
67.0 |
| oBaume |
60oF |
52.3 |
63.8 |
66.1 |
68.5 |
| Specific Gravity |
60oF |
1.57 |
1.78 |
1.84 |
1.895 |
| NH4Cl Maximum |
% |
0.1 |
0.1 |
0.1 |
0.1 |
| Fe Maximum |
% |
0.005 |
0.005 |
0.005 |
0.005 |
| Cu Maximum |
% |
0.0001 |
0.0001 |
0.0001 |
0.0001 |
| Pb Maximum |
% |
0.0002 |
0.0002 |
0.0002 |
0.0002 |
| Ca Maximum |
% |
0.1 |
0.1 |
0.1 |
0.1 |
| Mg Maximum |
% |
0.1 |
0.1 |
0.1 |
0.1 |
| Mn Maximum |
% |
0.01 |
0.01 |
0.01 |
0.01 |
| SO4 (Sulfates) Max |
% |
0.01 |
0.01 |
0.01 |
0.01 |
| pH |
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| Basicity as ZnO |
% |
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| Color |
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Water White |
Water White |
Water White |
Water White |
| May be tailored to
meet customer's requirements.* |
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| PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES |
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50.0% |
62.5% |
65.0% |
67.5% |
| Weight per gallon |
Lbs. |
13.08 |
14.88 |
15.33 |
15.78 |
| ZnCl2 per gallon |
Lbs. |
6.54 |
9.30 |
9.96 |
10.65 |
| Zinc per gallon |
Lbs. |
3.14 |
4.46 |
4.78 |
5.11 |
| Viscosity (60oF) |
centipoises |
3.60 |
9.00 |
14.00 |
21.00 |
| Freezing Point |
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-70oF |
-50oF |
-40oF |
10oF |
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-57oC |
-45.5oC |
-40oC |
-12oC |
| Boiling Point |
|
239oF |
253oF |
259oF |
264oF |
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115oC |
123oC |
126oC |
129oC |
| Specific Heat |
Cal/g/oC |
.56 |
.44 |
.42 |
.39 |
USES
DRY CELL BATTERIES - Zinc Chloride is commonly used in dry
cell batteries as an electrolyte where it also acts as a moisture absorbent and corrosion
inhibitor. Madison Industries provides a Battery Grade in both a 50% and 62.5% solution.
FLUX - Zinc Chloride is used in fluxes for galvanizing,
soldering and tinning. Its ability to remove oxides and salts from metal surfaces insures
good metal to metal bonding.
AGRICULTURE - Zinc Chloride may be reacted with chelating
agents to form solutions of zinc that are biologically available to plants and animals.
Zinc is one of the essential elements for plant and animal life.
PETROLEUM - Zinc Chloride is an excellent emulsion breaker
and is used to separate oil from water. It is also an effective packer fluid in oil and
gas wells due to its high specific gravity.
WATER TREATMENT - Zinc Chloride is used in specialty
corrosion inhibitors in cooling towers, potable water, and in gas and oil wells.
MISCELLANEOUS - Zinc Chloride has been used as a catalyst
in production of methylene chloride from methyl alcohol. In the textile industry it has
found use in resin systems to impart durable press to cotton and synthetic fabrics. It has
been used in reclaiming rubber where it dissolves rayon cord. In conjunction with sodium
dichromate it has made an excellent wood preservative. Zinc Chloride has found use in the
manufacture of glue, diazo dyes, paper, cosmetics, rayon, synthetic fibers, disinfectants
and fire fighting foam. In ore refining it has been used as a flotation agent. Zinc
Chloride is an excellent source of zinc as a starting material in the production of other
zinc chemicals and is an effective catalyst for removing molecules of water, ammonia or
mercaptans.
STORAGE
Zinc Chloride Solution slowly corrodes steel. Madison
Industries recommends rubber-lined steel tanks or the more economical fiber glass
reinforced polyester tanks for storage. Since solutions of Zinc Chloride above 67 percent
crystallize at 40oF,it should not be stored outside unless heating coils and
insulation are provided. Coils should be fabricated from Monel, Inconel or Teflon.
Alternately an electrical heating tape may be affixed to the outside of the tank.
Centrifugal pumps constructed of type 316 stainless steel,
rubber-lined steel, FRP, glass-filled epoxy resins or other high quality engineering
plastics are suggested for transfer of Zinc Chloride Solution.
SAFE HANDLING
Zinc Chloride Solutions are acidic, astringent and may
cause skin irritation or even burns. Contact with skin or eyes should be avoided through
the use of face shields, rubber aprons and rubber gloves. Protective clothing should be
employed in cases where contact with the solution is probable. In case of contact, flush
eyes and skin with water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and consult a
physician. A paste of baking soda can be applied to help neutralize acid remaining on the
skin. Obtain prompt medical attention for eyes. Contaminated clothing should be thoroughly
laundered prior to reuse. Do not take internally. If Zinc Chloride Solution is ingested,
administer large quantities of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Avoid inhaling mist
or fumes. The Threshold Limit Value (TLV) of Zinc Chloride is 1 milligram per cubic meter
of air for a 8 hour work-day. Exposure to fumes can be minimized by adequate ventilation
or exhaust fans. In case of spills, flush area with plenty of water to chemical sewers.
Zinc Chloride Solution is non-flammable.
PACKAGING
Madison Industries ships Zinc Chloride in tank trucks
(2,400 to 3,100 gallon capacity) with a net weight of approximately 42,000 pounds and
tankcars up to a 12,000 gallon capacity with a net weight of 150,000 to 180,000 pounds. It
is available in 55-gallon plastic drums.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Department of Transportation (DOT) freight classification:
Corrosive Liquid, UN1840, 8, PGIII, ERG 154
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Chloride
 
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