Zinc acetate
Synonyms
Acetic acid, zinc salt;
Acetic acid, zinc salt (2:1);
Zinc di(acetate);
Category
Anionic Surfactant
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>>>> Linear Alkyl Carboxylate
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 557-34-6
EINECS: 209-170-2
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C4H6O4Zn; C2H4O2.1/2Zn
Molecular Weight: 183.50
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
57mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit intravenous LDLo |
5mg/kg[1] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
2510mg/kg[1] |
Reproductive effect[1].
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antimicrobial, antibacterial, preservative abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
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Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid |
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Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
GB/T 5173 Surface active agents and detergents -- Determination of anionic-active matter by direct two-phase titration procedure
ISO 2271 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Determination of anionic-active matter by manual or mechanical direct two-phase titration procedure
2, Hazardous substances indexes
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Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Solid |
|
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Heavy metals (as Pb, except Zn), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as antimicrobial agent, antibacterial agent, preservative.
2, Personal care products
Antimicrobial agent in personal care products.
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Further information:
(1), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) No 1223/2009, directive 82/368/EEC, zinc acetate is included in Annex III/24.
Maximum concentration is 1.0% (as Zn).
(2), In accordance with Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition) of China, be included in the restricted components.
Maximum concentration is 1.0% (as Zn).
3, Forestry
Use as wood preservative.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 557-34-6, Zinc acetate
Update: 20140309(1); 20180815(2);