Zinc 30 Zn 65.38

Zinc Gluconate USP/GB Low HM Granular

Jost Code: 2956

Synonyms: zincum gluconicum

Zinc Gluconate USP/GB Low HM Granular can be used as a dietary ingredient and as a nutrient. Zinc is an important antioxidant nutrient. It is necessary for protein synthesis, wound healing, for blood stability, normal tissue function, and aids in the digestion and metabolism of phosphorus. It also governs the contractility of muscles and maintains the body’s alkaline balance. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Formula
Zn(C6H11O7)2
CAS Number
4468-02-4
Molecular Weight
455.7
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient
Description
White granular
Mineral Content (For formulation guidance/Not a specification)
Zn (as-is): 12.3% - 14.6%
Containers
55 lb/25 kg carton
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
1/05/2024
Identification
Test A
Pass
Test B
Pass
Residual Solvents
Conforms to USP
Water
11.6% maximum
LOD
11.6% maximum
Assay
97.0 - 102.0%
pH (1%)
5.5 - 7.5
Zinc Content
12.3% - 14.6%
Reducing Substances
1.0% maximum
Chloride
0.05% maximum
Sulfate
0.05% maximum
Particle Size
Mesh Thru 20
95% minimum
Mesh Thru 40
65% minimum
Mesh Thru 80
40% minimum
Mesh On 100
30% minimum
Tapped Bulk Density
0.72 g/ml minimum
Arsenic
0.5 ppm maximum
Cadmium
0.5 ppm maximum
Chromium
2 ppm maximum
Lead
1 ppm maximum
Mercury
0.1 ppm maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
10³ cfu/g maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
10² cfu/g maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
Technical Information
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