Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound used in a number of manufacturing processes. It can be found in rubbers, plastics, ceramics, glass, cement, lubricants, paints, ointments, adhesives, sealants, pigments, foods, batteries, ferrites, fire retardants, and first-aid tapes. It occurs naturally as the mineral zincite, but most zinc oxide is produced synthetically. It is also widely used to treat a variety of other skin conditions, in products including baby powder and barrier creams to treat diaper rashes, calamine cream, anti-dandruff shampoos, and antiseptic ointments. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Electrolytes. Its therapeutic use is listed as dermatologicals, sunscreens and wound-healing agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Clindavix, Cyberderm, Gerigard, Infinitek and Ingenue. Its PubChem CID is 3007857.
Zinc oxide
| CAS No | 1314-13-2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | OZn |
| Molecular Weight | 81.40 g/mol |
| Synonyms | zinc;oxygen(2-) |
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Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound used in a number of manufacturing processes. It can be found in rubbers, plastics, ceramics, glass, cement, lubricants, paints, ointments, adhesives, sealants, pigments, foods, batteries, ferrites, fire retardants, and first-aid tapes.
The listed CAS number is 1314-13-2.
The listed molecular formula is OZn.
The listed molecular weight is 81.40 g/mol.
zinc;oxygen(2-).
The source lists Clindavix, Cyberderm, Gerigard, Infinitek and Ingenue.