Anhydrous Zinc Chloride
Introduction
Zinc chloride anhydrous has the chemical formula of ZnCl2. Zinc chloride anhydrous cas no is 7646-85-7. It is in the form of white and odourless crystals highly soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone. Furthermore, it is hygroscopic and strongly deliquescent, with a density of 2.907 g/cm3. During storage, it should be protected from atmospheric moisture.
Zinc chloride anhydrous has a boiling point of 732°C and a low melting point of 290°C, which leads to easy sublimation. This shows it has a stronger molecular character than an ionic one.
Production of Anhydrous Zinc (II) chloride
Vishnupriya Chemicals Private Limited manufactures Anhydrous Zinc chloride with a well-qualified and experienced production team.
Zinc dichloride in anhydrous form is synthesized by treating Zinc with Hydrogen chloride. Zinc oxide is used as a Zinc metal in the preparation of Zinc chloride anhydrous.
Generally, several processes like filtration, distillation, and evaporation are used to purify and concentrate the Zinc chloride solution produced to get solid ZnCl2 anhydrous.
Packing
Zinc chloride anhydrous is packed in 50 Kg HDPE Drums and shipped for further use in various industries.
Key properties
- Hygroscopic and deliquescent in nature.
- Highly soluble in water and ethanol.
- Highly reactive compound.
- Highly corrosive to metals.
- Good conductor of electricity.
- Lewis acid.
- Electrophilic and mild in nature.
- High specific gravity.
Uses of Zinc (II) Chloride Anhydrous
Anhydrous Zinc chloride has a wide range of industrial uses. It is used as a flux in soldering and welding, in the production of various chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals, in the manufacture of dry cell batteries, as a preservative for wood, and in the production of rubber products.