• Chemical formula: (Zn(CH?COO)_2). The common hydrate is the dihydrate with the chemical formula (Zn(CH?COO)_2·2H?O).
• English name: Zinc acetate
• CAS registry number: 557 - 34 - 6 (anhydrous); 5970 - 45 - 6 (dihydrate)

Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance
  • Anhydrous zinc acetate exists as white, lustrous, hexahedral scales or flaky crystals.
  • Zinc acetate dihydrate appears as white, monoclinic flaky crystals with a pearly luster.
• Odor: It has an acetic acid odor.
• Solubility
  • It is readily soluble in water, and its aqueous solution is weakly acidic.
  • It can also dissolve in ethanol.
• Melting point: The melting point of the anhydrous form is approximately 237°C. The dihydrate loses its water of crystallization at 100°C.
• Stability: It is stable under normal temperature and pressure, but may decompose at high temperatures.

Applications

• Medical field
  • As a nutritional supplement, zinc is an essential trace element for the human body. Zinc acetate can be used to prepare zinc supplements, which help maintain normal physiological functions such as promoting growth and development, enhancing immunity, and improving taste and appetite.
  • It has certain astringent and antiseptic properties and can be used in the formulation of topical medications for the treatment of skin inflammation, eczema, etc.
• Industrial field
  • In the printing and dyeing industry, zinc acetate can be used as a mordant to help dyes adhere better to fabrics and improve the dyeing effect.
  • It is an important raw material for the preparation of other zinc compounds and can be converted into other zinc products such as zinc oxide through chemical reactions.
  • It serves as a catalyst in organic synthesis reactions to accelerate the reaction process.
• Food field: In the food industry, zinc acetate can be used as a food additive for preservation, anti - corrosion, and to adjust the taste of food. It is commonly used in some canned foods and beverages.

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