Molekula
Zinc lactate dihydrate
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Zinc lactate dihydrate is an organic zinc compound used primarily as a dietary supplement to provide zinc in a readily absorbable form, as well as in pharmaceuticals, animal feed, and industrial applications like corrosion inhibitors. It appears as a white crystalline powder with a mild lactic acid odor. This chemical has a CAS number of 63179-81-7, molecular formula C6H10O6Zn, and a molecular weight of 245.5 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries a **Warning** signal word under GHS classification. Molekula supplies Zinc lactate dihydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
| Heavy metals | ≤20ppm |
| Loss on Drying | 10.5% - 13.5% |
| Chlorides | ≤0.02% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤50ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.05% |
| pH (3% aq. sol.) | 5 - 8 |
| Purity (as Zn) | 23.2% - 24.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037916 |
| CAS Number | 63179-81-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O6Zn |
| Molecular Weight | 245.5 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H](C(=O)O)O.C[C@@H](C(=O)O)O.[Zn] |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2918.11.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2918110000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- 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
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is zinc lactate dihydrate used for?
Zinc lactate dihydrate is commonly used as a dietary zinc supplement, in pharmaceutical formulations, and as a zinc source in animal feed.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of zinc lactate dihydrate?
The chemical formula is **C₆H₁₀O₆Zn**, and the molecular weight is **245.5 g/mol**.
How should zinc lactate dihydrate be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.
What grades of zinc lactate dihydrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade** and **food-grade** zinc lactate dihydrate, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply zinc lactate dihydrate in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of zinc lactate dihydrate for industrial, pharmaceutical, or food-grade applications—contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of zinc lactate dihydrate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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