Zinc Chloride
- CAS Number
- 7646-85-7
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Molecular Formula
- ZnCl2
- Catalogue Number
- AL4840
- Purity
- 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 136.29 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Zinc chloride is a white crystalline solid. It is soluble in water.
Also known as Zinc dichloride, Zinc(II) chloride.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4840
- CAS Number
- 7646-85-7
- Molecular Formula
- ZnCl2
- Molecular Weight
- 136.29 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Grade
- For Molecular Biology
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: Approximately 290 °C; Boiling point: 732 °C; Density: 2.907 at 25 °C; Solubility: 432 g100 g water at 25 °C; 614 g100 g water at 100 °C.
- Appearance
- White, very deliquesce granules, or fused pieces or rods
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm glass bottle, 500 gm glass bottle
- Storage
- Store only in original container. Separated from strong bases, strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Zinc Chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL4840
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7646-85-7
- EC Number
- 231-592-0
- Grade
- For Molecular Biology
- EC Index Number
- 030-006-00-9
- Chemical Formula
- ZnCl2
- HSN Code
- 28273990
- Synonyms
- Zinc dichloride, Zinc(II) chloride
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as a reagent in molecular biology and biochemistry applications.
- 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
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Corr. 1B; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 5727 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Irritant, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Hygroscopic; may cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Zinc Chloride
- CAS No.
- 7646-85-7
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 skin with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Wash with water for at least 15 min.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Give large volumes of water and induce vomiting; repeat process; call a doctor.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of the respiratory tract, skin, and eyes; potential corrosive effects on contact.
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
- Non-flammable, but may produce toxic fumes in a fire.
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 protective equipment. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area. Wear appropriate protective gloves and eye protection.
- 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
- Store only in original container. Separated from strong bases, strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
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 ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- 4.0 (1% solution)
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- Approximately 290 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 732 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not applicable
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 2.907 at 25 °C
- Solubility
- 432 g100 g water at 25 °C; 614 g100 g water at 100 °C
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; reacts with strong bases and certain metals.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- In weak aqueous solution has tendency to form insoluable basic salt by hydrolysis; about 1/2 its weight of ammonium chloride has been used for stabilization.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride and zinc oxide. The solution in water is a medium strong acid.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong bases, strong oxidizers, and moisture.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride and zinc oxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 350 mg/kg; LD50 Rat (male) oral 1,100 mg/kg; LD50 Rat ip 58 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- 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)
- 2331
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 2331
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 2331
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 2331
- UN-No. (RID)
- 2331
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Zinc Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Zinc Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Zinc Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Zinc Chloride
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Zinc Chloride
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
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 Chloride 98% is primarily used as a zinc-ion cofactor source in the study of zinc-finger proteins, which are crucial in gene regulation and DNA binding. It is also employed in metalloenzyme biochemistry, where zinc plays a vital role in enzyme activity and stability. Beyond molecular biology, zinc chloride finds applications in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, where it is used in drug formulation and as a preservative. Additionally, it is utilized in the production of galvanizing agents, textile processing, and as a flux in metallurgy, showcasing its versatility across different industries.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1598D
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 136.29 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 98% min | 98.5% |
| Moisture Content | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| pH (1% solution) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Solubility | >400 g/L | >432 g/L |
The above product is expected to comply with For Molecular Biology grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Molecular Biology | 98% | m.p. Approximately 290 °C; b.p. 732 °C | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | 432 g100 g water at 25 °C; 614 g100 g water at 100 °C |
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