Zinc Lactate Dihydrate Purified Powder
Jost Code: 2963
Synonyms: Zinc salt of lactic acid
Zinc Lactate Dihydrate Purified Powder 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(C3H5O3)2 · 2H2O
CAS Number
63179-81-7 & 16039-53-5
Molecular Weight
279.5
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient, Oral Care
Description
White powder
Mineral Content (For formulation guidance/Not a specification)
Zn (as-is): 22.0% - 24.5%
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
LOD
10.5 - 13.5%
Assay
22.0 - 24.5%
pH (10%)
5.0 to 8.0
Chloride
20 ppm maximum
Iron
5 ppm maximum
Sulfate
50 ppm maximum
Particle Size
Mesh Thru 60
98% minimum
< 80 μm
90% minimum
< 20 μm
50% - 80%
< 1 μm
15% maximum
Lead
5 ppm maximum
Heavy Metals
15 ppm maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
10³ cfu/g maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
10² cfu/g maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
E. Coli
Negative
