Zinc gluconate CAS#4468-02-4
Zinc gluconate is a zinc supplement primarily used to improve growth retardation and anorexia caused by zinc deficiency in infants and pregnant women. It has well-defined physical properties and toxicity data.
Main Uses: For infants and pregnant women, to treat growth retardation, malnutrition, anorexia, recurrent oral ulcers, and acne caused by zinc deficiency.
Physical Characteristics: Appears as white granules or crystalline powder, possibly containing three molecules of water of crystallization. Odorless and tasteless, readily soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol.
Toxicity Data: The oral LD50 for female mice is 1.93 g/kg, and the oral LD50 for male mice is 2.99 g/kg.
Zinc gluconate Chemical Properties
Melting point | 172-175 °C |
Boiling point | 319°C |
density | 1.44[at 20℃] |
vapor pressure | 0Pa at 20℃ |
storage temp. | Store at -20°C |
solubility | Soluble in water, practically insoluble in anhydrous ethanol and in methylene chloride. |
form | powder to crystal |
color | White to Almost white |
Water Solubility | Soluble in water 100g/ l. |
Merck | 14,4456 |
LogP | -7.41 at 20℃ |
CAS DataBase Reference | 4468-02-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Zinc, bis(D-gluconato-.kappa.O1,.kappa.O2)-, (T-4)- (4468-02-4) |
Safety Information
RTECS | ZH3750000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29181600 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 4468-02-4(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Zinc gluconate Application
Zinc gluconate is a high-quality zinc supplement, beneficial for infant and young child development and better absorbed than inorganic zinc. China has clear regulations regarding its addition levels in various food categories.
Advantages: As a zinc supplement, it supports the intellectual and physical development of infants and young children, and its absorption is superior to inorganic zinc.
Addition Standards: China stipulates its addition ranges in different foods: 800-1000 mg/kg for table salt, 230-470 mg/kg for dairy products, 195-545 mg/kg for infant formula, 160-320 mg/kg for cereals and their products, and 40-80 mg/kg for beverages and dairy drinks.
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