Zinc Chloride Solution
Industrial Applications
Zinc Chloride Solution is widely used across multiple industries due to its strong Lewis acid properties and high solubility. In manufacturing, it is commonly employed as a flux in metal processing and soldering to remove oxides and improve metal bonding. It is also used in galvanizing and metal surface treatment to enhance corrosion resistance. In the chemical industry, Zinc Chloride Solution serves as a catalyst and reagent in organic synthesis, including Friedel–Crafts reactions. Additionally, it is used in textile processing, paper manufacturing, and as a component in wood preservation formulations. Zinc Chloride Solutions are also utilized in batteries, adhesives, and disinfectant formulations.
Physical Properties
Zinc Chloride Solution is a clear to slightly yellow, aqueous solution containing dissolved zinc chloride. It is highly soluble in water and exhibits hygroscopic and corrosive behavior. The solution has a high density relative to water and a strongly acidic character due to hydrolysis of zinc ions. Zinc Chloride Solution is non-volatile but reacts readily with bases, metals, and organic materials. Its physical properties, including concentration, viscosity, and density, vary depending on solution strength, making it adaptable for a wide range of industrial and laboratory applications.
Grade
- 62.5%
- 50%
- 62.5% USP
Other Names
- Zinc Chloride Solution 62.5%
- Zinc Chloride Solution 50%
- Zinc dichloride
- Zinc (II) chloride
Form
- Solution
Abbreviations
- ZnCl2 - H2O
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