Zinc Lactate Dihydrate Purified Low HM Powder
Jost Code: 2966
Zinc Lactate can be used as a dietary supplement 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 or 16039-53-5
Molecular Weight
279.51
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient
Description
White powder
Containers
50 kg / 110 lb. drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
05/19/2015
Assay (as Zn)
22.0 - 24.5%
L.O.D.
10.5 - 13.5%
pH
5.0 to 8.0
Iron (Fe)
5 ppm maximum
Sulfate (as SO4)
50 ppm maximum
Chloride (Cl)
20 ppm maximum
Lead (as Pb)
1 ppm maximum
Cadmium (Cd)
0.5 ppm maximum
Arsenic (As)
1 ppm maximum
Mercury (Hg)
0.1 ppm maximum
Heavy Metals (as Pb)
15 ppm maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
1000 cfu / gram maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
100 cfu / gram maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
Zinc Content (As Is) (For Formulation Guidance)
22.0 - 24.5%
