Zinc Oxide

Zinc oxide is a white powder which is insoluble in water.

It is used as an additive in numerous materials and products including: cosmetics, food supplements, rubbers, plastics, ceramics, paints, sunscreens, ointments, and fire retardants.

Greater than 50% of the zinc oxide used is employed in the rubber industry. It is used in the sulfur vulcanization of rubber where it enhances rubber’s durability. It can also be used as a pigment in rubber.

When used in sunscreen, zinc oxide blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Zinc oxide is considered to be non-irritating, and non-allergenic.

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CAS Number:

1314-13-2

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Industries:

Cosmetics and Personal Care; CASE Chemicals; Plastics

About Netchem

Founded in 1991, Netchem is a specialty chemical distribution company focused on delivering seamless supply chain management and unparalleled customer service. Our customers range from independently owned business to multi-national and Fortune 500 companies.

Netchem provides just-in-time delivery from our network of North American warehouses, including deliveries to Mexico.

Netchem is headquartered in Brantford, Ontario and is licensed for the procurement and distribution of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) in Canada and the United States.

Netchem provides just-in-time delivery from our network of North American warehouses, including deliveries to Mexico.

Netchem is headquartered in Brantford, Ontario and is licensed for the procurement and distribution of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) in Canada and the United States.

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