Description
ZINC CITRATE SALT
Mono • Di • Tri • Anhydrous | IP • BP • USP • LR • AR Grades
Zinc Citrate is the zinc salt of citric acid, available in four forms Monozinc Citrate, Dizinc Citrate, Trizinc Citrate, and Anhydrous. It is a white, odourless, fine crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water and exhibits a mildly acidic to neutral pH in solution. Aaru Life Science supplies Zinc Citrate in multiple pharmacopoeial and laboratory grades including IP, BP, USP, LR, and AR, ensuring suitability across a wide range of pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, analytical, and industrial applications. Each batch is manufactured under strict quality control and is compliant with the respective pharmacopoeial standards, making it a reliable choice for formulators, researchers, and industrial users alike.
📘 IP Grade
📙 BP Grade
📗 USP Grade
🧪 LR Grade
🔬 AR Grade
📙 BP Grade
📗 USP Grade
🧪 LR Grade
🔬 AR Grade
🧾 1. Product Identification
| Product Name | Zinc Citrate Salt (Mono / Di / Tri / Anhydrous) |
|---|---|
| Other Names | Monozinc Citrate, Dizinc Citrate, Trizinc Citrate, Zinc Citrate Anhydrous |
| Chemical Formula | ZnH₂C₆H₅O₇ (Mono) | Zn₂HC₆H₅O₇ (Di) | Zn₃(C₆H₅O₇)₂ (Tri) | Zn₃(C₆H₅O₇)₂ (Anhydrous) |
| CAS Number | 15454-75-8 (Mono) | 19147-17-2 (Di) | 546-46-3·2H₂O (Tri) | 546-46-3 (Anhydrous) |
| Molecular Weight | 217.47 g/mol (Mono) | 340.83 g/mol (Di) | 574.35 g/mol (Tri) | 538.32 g/mol (Anhydrous) |
| Grade | IP / BP / USP / LR / AR |
| HS Code | 29181500 |
⚗️ 2. Physical & Chemical Properties
| Appearance | White odourless fine crystalline powder |
|---|---|
| Odour | Odourless |
| Melting Point | >300°C (Tri / Anhydrous, decomposes) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes on heating |
| Density | 2.15 g/cm³ (Trizinc Citrate) |
| pH (5% solution) | 6.0 – 7.5 (Tri) | 3.5 – 5.0 (Mono) | 5.0 – 6.5 (Di) |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in water; practically insoluble in ethanol |
📐 3. Grade-wise Specifications
| Parameter | IP / BP / USP | LR (Lab Reagent) | AR (Analytical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (dry basis) | 99.0 – 101.0% | ≥ 98.0% | ≥ 99.5% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.005% | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.001% |
| Sulphate (SO₄) | ≤ 0.005% | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.001% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Oxalate | ≤ 0.03% | ≤ 0.05% | ≤ 0.01% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% (Anhy) | ≤ 11.0% (Tri) | ≤ 1.0% | ≤ 0.5% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear & colourless | Clear | Clear & colourless |
🧪 4. Applications & Uses
💊 Nutraceuticals & dietary supplements highly bioavailable zinc source for immune support, growth, and metabolic health
💊 Pharmaceutical formulations active pharmaceutical ingredient and excipient for zinc deficiency treatment and wound healing
🦷 Oral care & dental hygiene key active ingredient in toothpastes, mouthwashes, and dental gels for anti-plaque, anti-tartar, and antimicrobial properties
🛡️ Immune system support immune modulation, antioxidant activity, and anti-inflammatory applications
🩹 Dermatology & wound care topical creams, ointments, and wound dressings for skin healing, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties
🍽️ Food fortification zinc fortification additive in infant formula, functional foods, cereals, and fortified beverages
💄 Cosmetics & personal care active ingredient in anti-dandruff shampoos, skin care creams, deodorants, and sunscreens
🐄 Animal nutrition bioavailable zinc source in animal feed supplements and veterinary formulations
⚗️ Analytical chemistry preparation of zinc citrate standard solutions, reagents, and citrate buffers
💧 Water treatment chelating and sequestering agent for zinc ion control and stabilisation
🏚️ 5. Storage & Handling
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat sources and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Store away from strong acids and oxidising agents. |
|---|---|
| Shelf Life | 3 years from date of manufacture in original sealed packaging. |
| Hazard Classification | Non-hazardous. Not classified as dangerous goods for transport. |
| Regulatory Status | Compliant with IP, BP, USP pharmacopoeia. GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) status. Approved food additive (E558). |
| Packaging | 20 Kg. Bags / 25 Kg. Bags |
| Documents Available | Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) available on request. |
✅ Aaru Life Science Trusted Zinc Citrate Supplier (IP/BP/USP/LR/AR) | COA & MSDS available on request
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