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Our high purity zinc oxide is found in a wide
variety of industries.
French Process zinc oxide is a white, odourless powder possessing high
brightness, a high refractive index and a relatively fine particle
size (see TDS for technical information).
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Zinc oxide is insoluble in water, solvents and
neutral oils.
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Zinc oxide is soluble in both strong acids and
alkalis.
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Zinc oxide has a chemical properties which impede
the growth of fungi, mildew and mold.
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Rubber
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Latex |
Adhesives and Tape
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Zinc oxide is used in rubber and latex compounds as an activator in the curing
and vulcanization process.
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Zinc oxide is used as a reinforcing agent adding
durability and abrasion resistance.
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Zinc oxide is a raw material which aids in protecting rubber from
harmful UV rays
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Chemicals
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Lube oil Other
additives
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Zinc chemicals |
Dispersions |
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Zinc oxide is used to manufacture chemicals for different applications.
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Zinc dispersions are used as ingredients in the
vulcanizing of rubber.
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Zinc salts are used in the production of plastics.
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Zinc borate and zinc chlorides are used in
flame-retardants.
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Zinc diacrylate is a key ingredient in the
manufacturing of golf balls.
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Anti-corrosion materials such as zinc chromate and
anti-wear additives such as zinc dithiophosphates for the lubricant industry are
manufactured using zinc oxide.
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Zinc oxide can be dissolved in phosphoric acid for
use in the coating and metal priming industry.
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Zinc oxide can be dissolved in sulphuric acid for
electroplating.
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Paints and Coatings |
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Zinc oxide is used in both water and solvent based formulations.
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Zinc oxide can be used
as a pigment as well as an excellent brightener.
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Zinc oxide is also an additive which absorbs UV rays
to extend colour retention.
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Zinc oxide is an excellent inhibitor of fungi,
mildew and mould.
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Ceramics and Glass |
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Zinc oxide is used to manufacture glazes and acts as an opacifier or whitener.
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Zinc
oxide's low coefficient of thermal expansion improves
resistance to thermal and mechanical shock, most notably in glass.
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In the frit industry, zinc oxide enhances colour and
clarity.
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Zinc oxide's high refractive index makes it an excellent raw material for manufacturing optical glass.
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Zinc
oxide is used in the varistor and ferrite industries to manufacture ceramic components which protect against lightning and
voltage surges.
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Pharmaceuticals |
Food |
Cosmetic |
Ointments |
Vitamins |
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USP zinc Oxide is used in the production of lotions, sunscreens, and diaper rash
prevention creams.
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USP
zinc oxide is used by cosmetic manufacturers a UV
absorber.
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USP zinc oxide is used by manufacturers of dietary supplements.
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USP
zinc oxide is used to manufacture zinc gluconate, now
found in cold prevention lozenges.
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Animal Feed & Agricultural Fertilizers |
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Zinc oxide is an essential micronutrient used in feed mixes and promotes proper
growth in animals.
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Zinc oxide is used in the manufacturing of soil
fertilizers.
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Zinc supplements have been shown to increase crop
yields and can play a role in enzyme systems to regulate plant growth.
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Plastics |
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Zinc oxide provides excellent UV stability and resistance in plastics,
particularly outdoor weathering polypropylenes.
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Zinc
oxide can impart heat resistance properties.
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Packaging |
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G.H. Chemicals Ltd. zinc oxide is packaged
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50 pound 2-ply paper bags
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25 kilogram 2-ply paper bags
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1000 kilogram bulk bags
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2000 or 2205 pound bulk bags
Our zinc oxide can also be delivered in pneumatic
trucks.
Please note that G.H. Chemicals Ltd.
can also supply packaging according to your specific needs in most
cases.
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