Zinc Carbonate Basic
Industrial Applications
Zinc Carbonate Basic is used across a wide range of industries due to its versatility. In personal care, it is incorporated into cosmetics and anti-dandruff shampoos. In the rubber and ceramic industries, it acts as a filler and additive. It is also used in medicinal formulations as a zinc source. In the drilling and manufacturing industries, Zinc Carbonate serves as a flame retardant and is valued for its heat-resistant properties. Its fine particle size enhances dispersibility, making it useful in paints, coatings, and other industrial applications.
Physical Properties
Zinc Carbonate Basic is a white, odorless, sand-like powder with fine particle size that promotes good dispersibility. It is insoluble in water and exhibits stable chemical properties under normal conditions. The compound occurs naturally as the mineral smithsonite and has a crystalline structure. Its insolubility and thermal stability make it suitable for use in a variety of industrial and personal care applications.
Minimum Order Quantity
- 2000 lbs. pallet
Grade
- Technical
- Zinc (Zn) (dry basis) 57% minimum
Other Names
- Zinc carbonate hydroxide (Zn5(CO3)2(OH)6)
- Zinc, bis(carbonato)hexahydroxypenta-
- Zinc carbonate hydroxide (Zn5(OH)6(CO3)2)
- Zinc, bis[carbonato(2-)]hexahydroxypenta-
- Carbonic acid, zinc complex
- Zinc subcarbonate
- Zinc Hydroxide Carbonate
Form
- White crystalline solid or powder
Packaging
- 50 lb. multi-walled bags, 25 kg multi-walled bags, 2,000 lb Supersacks, 1,000 kg Supersacks
Abbreviations
- ZnCO3
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