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Catalog Number | CI-SC-0116 |
Product Name | Zinc Oxide, USP |
CAS | 1314-13-2 |
Structure | |
Description | Produced from naturally occurring zinc ore, super purity (free from other metals). Particle size 200-1000 nanometer (nm) or 0.2-1 micrometer (µm). |
Solubility | Insoluble but dispersible in water and oils |
Appearance | White powder, odorless |
Application | Sun care & after-sun products, soothing skin care products, diaper creams, mineral makeup. |
Storage | Store light-protected at a cool and dry place |
Composition | Zinc oxide |
Features And Benefits | USP GradeReflects sunlight (UVB rays)Has soothing effects and can be used for skin irritationsWhitening effect on skin therefore also used as coverage for makeup products |
GMO | GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components) |
HS Code | 2817000000 |
INCI | Zinc oxide |
Manufacture | Zinc oxide is produced from metallic zinc which is melted in a graphite crucible and vaporized at high temperatures (around 1000 °C). Zinc vapor reacts then with the oxygen in the air to give zinc oxide. |
Preservation | Preservative-free |
Purity Grade | USP Grade |
Raw Material Source | Metallic zinc |
Uses | Can be added to formulas as is, recommended concentration 5-25%. Maximum allowed: USA 25%, Japan no limit. Can be combined with other sun screens & pigments. For external use only. |