⚠️ For information only; not a substitute for the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Zinc Oxide is an inorganic compound widely used in a variety of industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and as a component in rubber and ceramics.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in topical ointments for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
- Cosmetics: Applied in sunscreens and as a white pigment in makeup products.
- Rubber Manufacturing: Used as a vulcanizing agent in rubber production.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of other zinc compounds and in ceramics.
Appearance
White powder or solid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
ZnO
Molecular Weight
81.38 g/mol
Melting Point
1,975 °C
Density
5.606 g/cm³
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in acids
Flash Point
Not applicable
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions but may react with strong acids
IUPAC Name
zinc oxygen(2-)
Molecular Formula
ZnO
Molecular Weight
81.38 g/mol
SMILES
[O-2].[Zn+2]
InChIKey
RNWHGQJWIACOKP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
⚠️ For information only; not a substitute for the official SDS.