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Zinc benzoate
Zinc benzoate is a white crystalline powder used as a flame retardant, catalyst, and preservative in industrial applications. It is also employed in the production of polymers and coatings. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 307.62 g/mol, a CAS number of 553-72-0, and should be stored at ambient temperatures. It is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Zinc benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Zinc benzoate is a white crystalline powder used as a flame retardant, catalyst, and preservative in industrial applications. It is also employed in the production of polymers and coatings. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 307.62 g/mol, a CAS number of 553-72-0, and should be stored at ambient temperatures. It is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Zinc benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine white powder |
| Mesh size | 100% > 300um |
| Non-sludging to ammonia water (as SO4) | 0.2 |
| Zinc content | ∾21 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 111 C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 553-72-0 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H5COO)2Zn |
| Molecular Weight | 307.62 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)[O-].C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)[O-].[Zn+2] |
| EC / UN Number | 3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29163111 |
| Tariff Code | 2916310090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- EUH018 In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is zinc benzoate used for?
Zinc benzoate is primarily used as a fire retardant in plastics and as a catalyst in polymerization reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of zinc benzoate?
The formula is (C6H5COO)2Zn and the molecular weight is 307.62 g/mol.
How should zinc benzoate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of zinc benzoate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies zinc benzoate in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply zinc benzoate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply zinc benzoate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a zinc benzoate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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