Zinc Gluconate USP Granular
Jost Code: 2959
Synonyms: zincum gluconicum
Zinc Gluconate USP 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
C12H22ZnO14
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%; Zn (anhydrous): 13.9% - 14.6%
Containers
110 lb/50 kg fiber drum; 55 lb/25 kg carton
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
07/30/2021
Identification
Test A
Pass
Test B
Pass
Residual Solvents
Conforms to USP
Water
11.6% maximum
Assay
97.0 - 102.0%
Zinc Content
Report
Reducing Substances
1.0% maximum
pH (1%)
5.5 - 7.5
Chloride
0.05% maximum
Sulfate
0.05% maximum
Bulk Density
Report
Particle Size
Mesh on 16
0.0% maximum
Mesh on 18
5.0% maximum
Mesh on 100
65.0% - 95.0%
Mesh thru 200
25.0% maximum
Arsenic
3 ppm maximum
Cadmium
5 ppm maximum
Lead
0.8 ppm maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
10³ cfu/g maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
10² cfu/g maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
