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Zinc chloride
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Zinc chloride |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Zinc chloride;Zinc dichloride;Butter of zinc |
| Chinese name | 氯化锌 |
| Chinese synonyms | 锌氯粉;无水氯化锌;氯化锌溶液 |
| Chemical category | Inorganic Salts |
| CAS No. | 7646-85-7 |
| EINECS No. | 231-592-0 |
| Molecular formula | ZnCl2 |
| Molecular weight | 136.28 |
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Technical indicators
ZnCl2 content ≥98.0%; water-insoluble matter ≤0.1%; sulfate ≤0.02%; iron ≤0.005%; pH (5% aqueous solution) 4.0–6.0
Performance characteristics
White crystalline powder or granules, highly hygroscopic, soluble in water and alcohol
Application scenarios
Organic synthesis dehydrating agent and catalyst, textile mordant, battery electrolyte, wood preservative, metal flux