Zinc Chloride USP

USP Zinc Chloride Solution (ZnCl₂)

USP Zinc Chloride, 62.5% Solution, is a water white to straw colored liquid. Upon request, Madison Chemicals, Inc. will supply 50% solution or specific concentrations to meet your requirements.

SPECIFICATIONS

ZnCl₂	62.5% minimum
Lead (Pb)	0.005% maximum (100% basis)
Oxychloride	nil
Alkali Metals	1.0% maximum (100% basis)
Ammonium Salts	nil (odorless)
Sulfates	0.03% maximum (100% basis)
Specific Gravity	1.78 at 60^oF
^oBaume	63.8
Color	Water white to straw color

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Weight per gallon (lbs.)	14.83
ZnCl₂ per gallon (lbs.)	9.30
Zinc per gallon (lbs.)	4.46
Viscosity Point (centipoises, 70^oF)	9
Freezing Point	-50^oF (-45.5^oC)
Boiling Point	253^oF (123^oC)

SHELF LIFE

Excellent. Product may become slightly cloudy. Slight white precipitate settles, in time, to the bottom of container. Precipitate is Zinc Oxide.

USES

Madison Chemicals USP Zinc Chloride is used in mouth wash, hair preparations and in food processing as a chlorophyll stabilizer to preserve the green color of vegetables such as spinach, beans and peas during blanching.

STORAGE

Zinc Chloride Solution is acidic and slowly corrodes steel. Centrifugal pumps constructed of type 316 stainless steel, rubber-lined steel, FRP, glass-filled epoxy resins or other high quality engineering plastic are suggested for the transfer of Zinc Chloride Solution. Solutions below 70^oF can be pumped through PVC, polyethylene or rubber hoses. Valves should be constructed of solid plastic plastic-lined, rubber-lined or other corrosion resistant materials.

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 re-use. 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 an 8-hour workday. 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 Chemicals Inc. ships USP Zinc Chloride Solution in 55-gallon polyethylene drums DCI FDA and USDA approved. USP Zinc Chloride Solution is also available in 5-gallon polyethylene pails.

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