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Zinc Citrate

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Zinc Citrate

Chemical identity

English nameZinc Citrate
English synonymsCitric acid zinc salt;Zinc citrate
Chinese name柠檬酸锌
Chinese synonyms枸橼酸锌;柠檬酸锌盐
Chemical categoryFood Acids & Regulators
CAS No.546-46-3
EINECS No.208-901-3
Molecular formulaC12H10O14Zn3
Molecular weight574.37
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.

Technical indicators

Assay (as Zn) 31.0–34.0%; heavy metals (as Pb) ≤10 ppm; loss on drying ≤5.0%; pH (5% aqueous solution) 5.0–7.0

Performance characteristics

White powder, slightly soluble in water, good bioavailability of zinc

Application scenarios

Food zinc supplement, pharmaceutical zinc supplement, oral care products