1. Product Identification

• Product Name: Zinc Benzoate

• Molecular Formula: C14H10O4Zn

• Molecular Weight: 273.54 g/mol

2. Product Description

Zinc Benzoate is a white to off-white powder, odorless or with a faint aromatic odor. It is an organic zinc compound primarily used as a heat stabilizer and antimicrobial agent in plastics, coatings, rubber, and other industrial applications. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone.

3. Physical and Chemical Properties

4. Applications

• Heat stabilizer in PVC and other plastics

• Antimicrobial and antifungal agent in coatings and rubber

• Intermediate in chemical synthesis

• Additive in industrial formulations requiring zinc coordination complexes

5. Packaging

• 25 kg kraft paper bags with polyethylene inner liner

• Jumbo bags (as per customer requirement)

6. Storage and Handling

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers.

• Keep containers tightly sealed.

• Use personal protective equipment when handling (gloves, masks, goggles).

7. Shelf Life

• 24 months if stored under recommended conditions in original unopened packaging.

8. Safety Information

• Avoid inhalation of dust and prolonged skin contact.

• Refer to SDS for detailed safety and first aid measures.