Zinc
- CAS Number
- 7440-66-6
- HSN Code
- 79050040
- Molecular Formula
- Zn
- Catalogue Number
- AL4832
- Purity
- 99.9%
- Molecular Weight
- 65.37 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Zinc ashes appears as a grayish colored powder. May produce toxic zinc oxide fumes when heated to very high temperatures or when burned.
Also known as Zinc metal, Zinc granules.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4832
- CAS Number
- 7440-66-6
- Molecular Formula
- Zn
- Molecular Weight
- 65.37 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 79050040
- Grade
- AR grade, granulated
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 419.53 °C; Boiling point: 907 °C; Density: 7.133 gcu cm at 25 °C; 6.830 gcu cm at 419.5 °C (solid); 6.620 gcu cm at 419.5 °C (liquid); 6.250 gcu cm at 800 °C; Solubility: Soluble in acids and alkalies; insoluble in water.
- Appearance
- Grayish colored powder
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Well closed. Separated from incompatible materials and : incompatible materials. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Zinc
- Catalogue No.
- AL4832
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7440-66-6
- EC Number
- 231-175-3
- Grade
- AR grade, granulated
- EC Index Number
- 030-001-00-9
- Chemical Formula
- Zn
- HSN Code
- 79050040
- Synonyms
- Zinc metal, Zinc granules
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Analytical-grade reducing agent
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 23994 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation and skin irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Zinc
- CAS No.
- 7440-66-6
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of the respiratory tract, skin, and eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Burning zinc reacts chemically with halon and CO2 gas extinguishers.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate methods. Avoid dust generation.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Remove all ignition sources. Consult an expert! Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Do NOT wash away into sewer.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid dust formation. Use in a well-ventilated area. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Well closed. Separated from incompatible materials and : incompatible materials. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- Silvery-gray
- Odour
- Odourless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 419.53 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 907 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 460 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 1.47X10-6 Pa (1.10X10-8 mm Hg) at 400 K (127 °C); 0.653 Pa (4.9X10-3 mm Hg) at 600 K (327 °C)
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 7.133 gcu cm at 25 °C; 6.830 gcu cm at 419.5 °C (solid); 6.620 gcu cm at 419.5 °C (liquid); 6.250 gcu cm at 800 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in acids and alkalies; insoluble in water
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not applicable
- Oxidising properties
- Not applicable
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, reacts with acids to release hydrogen gas.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable in dry air; becomes covered with white coating of basic carbonate on exposure to moist air.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- On combustion forms zinc oxide fumes. The substance is a strong reducing agent. It reacts violently with oxidants, acids and bases.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong acids, strong oxidizers.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of zinc oxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rats oral 630 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 3077
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 3077
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 3077
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 3077
- UN-No. (RID)
- 3077
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Zinc, granulated
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Zinc, granulated
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Zinc, granulated
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Zinc, granulated
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Zinc, granulated
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 9
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Zinc granulated 99.9% AR is primarily used as an analytical-grade reducing agent in laboratory chemistry research, where high purity is essential for accurate results. It is also utilized in the preparation of various zinc compounds, electroplating, and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. Additionally, zinc plays a crucial role in the production of alloys and is used in the galvanization process to protect steel from corrosion. Its applications extend to the pharmaceutical industry, where it is involved in the formulation of dietary supplements and other health-related products.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1591A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 65.37 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Purity | 99.9% | 99.95% |
| Moisture Content | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% | 0.03% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with AR grade, granulated grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99.9% AR | 99.9% | m.p. 419.53 °C; b.p. 907 °C | <0.1% | <0.1% | None detected | Soluble in acids and alkalies; insoluble in water |
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