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Zinc Chloride — Aethon Chemicals

Chlorides

Zinc Chloride

Zinc Chloride, CAS 7646-85-7, is supplied in bulk by Aethon Chemicals, a supplier and exporter of industrial chemicals based in Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India. It is commonly used in flux for galvanizing & soldering, textile processing, chemical manufacturing, water treatment. We supply buyers across India and export to 15+ countries, with TDS and MSDS available on request.

Key facts

Chemical NameZinc Chloride
Chemical FormulaZnCl₂
FormWhite hygroscopic powder / granules
GradeTechnical / Industrial Grade
CAS No.7646-85-7
HSN Code28273600
CategoryInorganic Chemicals
Supplied fromAnkleshwar GIDC, Gujarat, India
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Main uses of Zinc Chloride

  • Flux for Galvanizing & Soldering
  • Textile Processing
  • Chemical Manufacturing
  • Water Treatment
  • Adhesives & Sealants
  • Battery Industry
  • Petroleum Industry
  • Disinfectant Formulations

Product Overview

At Aethon Chemicals, we supply premium-quality Zinc Chloride widely used in industrial applications that require strong dehydrating and catalytic characteristics. Due to its high solubility and strong Lewis acid properties, Zinc Chloride is utilized in galvanizing fluxes, textile finishing, pharmaceuticals (non-pharma grade), adhesives, disinfectants, water treatment, and various chemical synthesis processes.

We ensure consistent quality, proper moisture control packaging, and timely delivery for industrial and commercial users.

Chemical & Physical Properties

Parameter

Specification

Chemical Formula

ZnCl₂

Molecular Weight

136.28 g/mol

Appearance

White to off-white crystalline powder

Purity

95% – 99% (depending on grade)

Solubility

Highly soluble in water & alcohol

Hygroscopic Nature

Strong moisture absorbing

Odor

Odorless

pH (5% solution)

Highly acidic

Stability

Stable when sealed & kept moisture-free

Applications

  • Flux for Galvanizing & Soldering – Helps surface cleaning & bonding

  • Textile Processing – Mercerizing and finishing agent

  • Chemical Manufacturing – Catalyst & dehydrating agent

  • Water Treatment – Used in specific conditioning processes

  • Adhesives & Sealants – Used in specialty glue formulations

  • Battery Industry – Electrolyte in dry cell batteries

  • Petroleum Industry – Used in cracking & dehydration reactions

  • Disinfectant Formulations – Component in select industrial sanitizing products

Handling & Safety

Aspect

Information

Hazards

Corrosive; can cause burns on contact with wet skin

PPE

Use gloves, goggles & protective clothing; avoid inhalation

Storage

Store in airtight, moisture-free containers

Spillage

Avoid water contact; sweep & collect in sealed container

First Aid

Rinse with plenty of water if contact occurs; seek medical help for irritation or burns

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Zinc Chloride

Zinc Chloride is used in flux for galvanizing & soldering, textile processing, chemical manufacturing, water treatment, adhesives & sealants, battery industry. Aethon Chemicals supplies it in industrial grades for these applications across India and abroad.

We supply Zinc Chloride as technical / Industrial Grade. Tell us your required grade and specification and we will confirm availability and share the TDS.

The price of Zinc Chloride depends on grade, quantity, packaging and destination, and moves with raw-material markets, so we quote per enquiry. Share the product, quantity, grade and destination through our contact form, email or WhatsApp and our team responds within 24 hours with a detailed quote.

The MOQ depends on the product and grade. For bulk industrial chemicals it typically starts from 25 kg or 200-litre drums, while laboratory-grade material may be available in smaller packs. Mention your preferred pack size and quantity in your enquiry.

Molecular Weight: 136.28 g/mol; Solubility: Highly soluble in water & alcohol; Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder. Full specifications are given in the TDS, available on request.

Store in airtight, moisture-free containers. Always follow the storage guidance in the MSDS supplied with each shipment.

Hazards: Corrosive; can cause burns on contact with wet skin. Recommended protection: Use gloves, goggles & protective clothing; avoid inhalation. Handle it as described in the MSDS.

Spillage: Avoid water contact; sweep & collect in sealed container. First aid: Rinse with plenty of water if contact occurs; seek medical help for irritation or burns.

The CAS number of Zinc Chloride is 7646-85-7 and its HSN code is 28273600.

Yes. Every shipment comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) is available on request. All products go through QA/QC inspection, purity testing and batch validation.

Yes. You can request a sample of Zinc Chloride to test in your process before placing a bulk order — use the quote or contact form and mention your application.

Yes. We supply Zinc Chloride across India and export to 15+ countries from Ankleshwar GIDC, Gujarat. Payment options include advance payment, Letter of Credit (LC), Documents against Payment (DP) and credit terms for established clients.
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