Zinc gluconate
Proven Efficacy in Addressing Zinc Deficiency: This zinc supplement is formulated to effectively counteract symptoms associated with zinc insufficiency, including growth delays, nutritional deficits, and acne, proving especially beneficial for infants and pregnant women.
Superior Solubility for Enhanced Absorption: It demonstrates high solubility in water (100g/L), promoting excellent dissolution and facilitating efficient bioavailability.
Neutral Sensory Characteristics: As an odorless and tasteless compound, it allows for easy integration into various supplement formats without compromising taste or patient compliance.
Verified Safety Profile: Supported by toxicological data (Oral LD50 in mice: Female 1.93 g/kg, Male 2.99 g/kg), it is confirmed for safe use within recommended dosage guidelines.
Zinc gluconate serves as an effective dietary supplement for correcting zinc deficiency, aiding in conditions such as impaired growth, malnutrition, anorexia, recurrent oral ulcers, and acne, with particular relevance to infants and pregnant women. It presents as a white particulate or crystalline solid, potentially containing up to three hydrates, and is odorless and tasteless. The compound demonstrates high solubility in water and limited solubility in ethanol. Acute oral toxicity studies indicate moderate toxicity, with LD50 values of 1.93 g/kg in female mice and 2.99 g/kg in male mice.
Parameters
Melting point | 172-175 °C |
Boiling point | 319°C |
density | 1.44[at 20℃] |
vapor pressure | 0Pa at 20℃ |
storage temp. | Store at -20°C |
solubility | Soluble in water, practically insoluble in anhydrous ethanol and in methylene chloride. |
form | powder to crystal |
color | White to Almost white |
Water Solubility | Soluble in water 100g/ l. |
Merck | 14,4456 |
LogP | -7.41 at 20℃ |
CAS DataBase Reference | 4468-02-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Zinc, bis(D-gluconato-.kappa.O1,.kappa.O2)-, (T-4)- (4468-02-4) |
Safety Information
RTECS | ZH3750000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29181600 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 4468-02-4(Hazardous Substances Data) |