Zinc 30 Zn 65.38

Zinc Sulfate Heptahydrate USP Granular

Jost Code: 2992

Zinc Sulfate Heptahydrate USP Granular can be used as a dietary ingredient and as a nutrient. Zinc is an important antioxidant nutrient. It is necessary for protein synthesis, wound healing, for blood stability, normal tissue function, and aids in the digestion and metabolism of phosphorus. It also governs the contractility of muscles and maintains the body’s alkaline balance. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Formula
ZnSO4· 7H20
CAS Number
7446-20-0
Molecular Weight
287.5
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient
Description
White granules
Mineral Content (For formulation guidance/Not a specification)
Zn (as-is): 22.5% - 24.7%
Containers
55 lb/25 kg carton
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
08/02/2021
Identification
Test A
Pass
Test B
Pass
Assay
99.0% - 108.7%
Arsenic
1 ppm maximum
Cadmium
1 ppm maximum
Lead
0.5 ppm maximum
Mercury
0.1 ppm maximum
Acidity
Pass
Alkalies and Alkaline Earths
0.9% maximum
Particle Size
Mesh Thru 14
99% minimum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
10³ cfu/g Maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
10² cfu/g Maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative