Product Name: Zinc Gluconate
Chemical Formula: C12H22O14Zn
CAS Number: 4468-02-4
Common Uses: Nutritional supplement, food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient
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Recommended Use: Intended for laboratory, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications
Restrictions: Not approved for direct inhalation or injection, keep out of reach of children and pets
Synonyms: Gluconic acid, zinc salt; D-Gluconic acid, zinc salt
Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS standards
Health Hazards: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract on prolonged or repeated exposure
Physical Hazards: No significant physical hazards identified under normal handling conditions
Environmental Hazards: May cause minor impact if released into the environment in bulk
Label Elements: No symbol required, precautionary statements advised
Signal Word: Not applicable
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and excessive inhalation, wash skin thoroughly after handling, store in closed container
Other Hazards: Generates dust during handling; dust may cause mechanical irritation
Chemical Name: Zinc Gluconate
Synonyms: D-Gluconic acid, zinc salt
CAS Number: 4468-02-4
Concentration: 98-100% (typical analysis by supplier)
Impurities: Trace moisture, minor organic residues from production
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, consult physician if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash gently with soap and plenty of water, take off contaminated clothing; seek medical advice if rash develops
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, keep at rest, consult a healthcare provider if symptoms continue
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek medical attention if large amounts consumed or if symptoms develop
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation to eyes, skin, or throat; coughing or sneezing from dust exposure
Advice for Physician: Treat symptoms, no specific antidote available
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure water stream to prevent powder dispersal
Specific Hazards: Decomposition may generate zinc oxides and oxides of carbon at very high temperatures
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, protective gear for firefighters
Special Procedures: Avoid inhalation of dust and combustion products, contain runoff to prevent environmental contamination
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, safety glasses, dust mask to prevent irritation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains or waterways; contain large spills using inert material
Spill Clean-Up Methods: Collect spilled material by sweeping or vacuuming using equipment fitted with HEPA filter, transfer to labeled waste container
Disposal: Follow disposal guidelines for non-hazardous chemical substances (see Section 13)
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surfaces with water and detergent
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid dust generation, use only with adequate ventilation, handle with dry hands
Hygiene: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling, wash hands before breaks and after handling
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly sealed container, in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible substances
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases
Storage Temperature: Room temperature (15-25°C)
Packaging Materials: Use non-corrosive, airtight packaging such as HDPE, glass, or lined metal containers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established ACGIH TLV or OSHA PEL for zinc gluconate; use general dust limits of 10 mg/m³ (total) and 3 mg/m³ (respirable)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to minimize airborne dust, work in well-ventilated areas
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, dust mask or respirator (N95 or similar), gloves made from nitrile, latex, or PVC, lab coat or overalls
Environmental Controls: Employ containment systems for waste handling, prevent bulk release to sewers
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH (5% Solution): 5.5 – 7.5
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 170°C
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility in Water: Freely soluble
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant
Relative Density: 1.65 - 1.75 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Explosive Limits: Not applicable
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Stable under normal conditions, no dangerous reactions identified
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, open flames
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Zinc oxides, carbon oxides (CO, CO₂), other organic vapors when heated to decomposition
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 in rats estimated at 2000 mg/kg or higher, considered low oral toxicity
Skin Irritation: Mild irritant based on similar compounds
Eye Irritation: May cause slight irritation
Respiratory Effects: Inhalation of dust can cause transient irritation, coughing
Sensitization: Not expected to be a sensitizer
Chronic Exposure: Long-term ingestion of large doses might impact zinc homeostasis, possible gastrointestinal upset
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA as a carcinogen
Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic potential
Reproductive Effects: No adverse effects identified at normal nutritional intakes
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to pose acute hazards to aquatic life at normal concentrations; very high release could disrupt aquatic zinc balance
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable, unlikely to persist in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not likely to bioaccumulate (log Kow < 1)
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble, can move through soil with water
Other Adverse Effects: Large scale spillage may affect soil microflora and aquatic systems
Waste Handling: Collect waste material in appropriate container, label clearly, avoid releasing into the environment
Disposal Methods: Dispose through licensed waste disposal contractor for non-hazardous chemical waste, or according to local regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse empty containers, recycle or dispose as permitted by local guidelines
Regulatory Disposal Codes: Confirm with local environmental agencies for specific waste codes
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid transporting with incompatible materials, keep containers tightly closed during travel
ADR/RID/IMDG/IATA Classification: Not regulated by these frameworks
International Inventories: Listed on TSCA (USA), EINECS (EU), DSL (Canada), AICS (Australia), ENCS (Japan)
OSHA Hazard Status: Not hazardous
REACH Registration: Exempt from registration as a naturally occurring substance
SARA/Title III: Not subject to reporting under SARA 302, 304, 313
California Proposition 65: Not listed
EU CLP Regulation: Not classified as hazardous
Other Regulations: Observe national and local environmental, health, and safety regulations
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