Identification | More | [Name]
Zinc citrate | [CAS]
546-46-3 | [Synonyms]
ZINC CITRATE 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylicacid,2-hydroxy-,zincsalt(2:3) 2,3-propanetricarboxylicacid,2-hydroxy-zincsalt(2:3) citricacid,zincsalt(2:3) trizincdicitrate Zinc chromate(VI)hydroxide monohydrate 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, zinc salt zinc citrate trihydrate zc | [EINECS(EC#)]
208-901-2 | [Molecular Formula]
C12H10O14Zn3 | [MDL Number]
MFCD00054367 | [Molecular Weight]
574.37 | [MOL File]
546-46-3.mol |
Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Description]
Zinc Citrate is an essential trace mineral and a factor in the maintenance of good health as it supports and protects the immune system and helps the body fight against diseases. 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.
Zinc Citrate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. This product is known to be used in oral care products. | [Chemical Properties]
colorless powder(s); can be made from zinc carbonate and citric acid; used in toothpaste and as a mouthwash [MER06] | [Uses]
Mineral supplement | [Flammability and Explosibility]
Nonflammable |
Safety Data | Back Directory | [Safety Profile]
Experimental
reproductive effects. When heated to
decomposition it emits acrid smoke and
irritating fumes. |
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