Zinc carbonate
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Description
White odorless powder. Zinc carbonate occurs in nature as the mineral smithsonite and zincspar. It is an astringent and antiseptic. Zinc carbonate is used as a pigment in the manufacture of porcelain, pottery, and rubber.
Other Properties
Soluble in water, dilute acids and alkalis.
| Composition | ZnCO3 |
|---|---|
| CAS | 3486-35-9 |
| Melting Point | (dec) |
| Density | 4.4 |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 125.38 |
Hazards and Safety
May be harmful if inhaled or ingested. Contact may cause irritation.
Mallinckrodt Baker: MSDS
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- The Merck Index, Susan Budavari (ed.), Merck Research Labs, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 12th Edition, 1996 Comment: entry 9931