Zinc formate

Description

Zinc formate · CAS 557-41-5 · C2H2ZnO4. UNII ZZ67G2CT75. Solubility: 5.2 g/100 g water at 20 °C; Density: 2.207 g/cu cm.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	557-41-5
PubChem CID	11195
Molecular formula	C2H2ZnO4
IUPAC name	zinc diformate
UNII (FDA)	ZZ67G2CT75

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	155.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	4
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	153.924450
Monoisotopic Mass	153.924450
Topological Polar Surface Area	80.3
Heavy Atom Count	7
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	7.5

Physical & Chemical Properties

Solubility	5.2 g/100 g water at 20 °C
Density	2.207 g/cu cm

Physical description & handling notes

• Zinc formate is a white crystalline solid. It is soluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. It is used as a catalyst in chemical processing and as a waterproofing agent.
• Dihydrate: White solid; [Hawley] White odorless powder; [MSDSonline]
• White crystals
• Decomposes Loses 2 H 2 O at 140\'b0C (USCG, 1999)
• PRACTICALLY INSOL IN ALCOHOL /DIHYDRATE/
• 2.207 at 68 °F dihydrate 2.368 anhydrous (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink

Regulatory Status

GHS notification summary	100% (2 / 2)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	100% (2 / 2)

Documented Uses

• Used as catalyst (methanol production), waterproofing agent (textiles), and antiseptic; [Hawley]
• Using Disinfectants or Biocides [Category: Clean]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]
• CATALYST FOR PRODN OF METHYL ALCOHOL; WATER PROOFING AGENT; TEXTILES; ANTISEPTIC
• ... FROM ZINC CARBONATE & FORMIC ACID.
• Action of formic acid on zinc hydroxide.

Synonyms

ZINC FORMATE; 557-41-5; Zinc diformate; Formic acid, zinc salt; Caswell No. 915; Formic acid, zinc salt (2:1); EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 087802; ZZ67G2CT75; DTXSID70890511; (formyloxy)zincio formate; RefChem:196027; DTXCID001030448; 209-176-5; zinc;diformate; MFCD00050836; HSDB 1053

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Zinc formate?

CAS 557-41-5; molecular formula C2H2ZnO4; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Zinc formate known by?

ZINC FORMATE, 557-41-5, Zinc diformate, Formic acid, zinc salt, Caswell No. 915, Formic acid, zinc salt (2:1).

Is Zinc formate classified as hazardous?

100% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (2 of 2).

What are the key physical properties of Zinc formate?

Solubility: 5.2 g/100 g water at 20 °C; Density: 2.207 g/cu cm.

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