Zinc acetate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

acetate of zinc; acetic zinc; CAS No 5970-45-6; dihydric acetate zinc

Definition
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Zinc acetate is the zinc salt of acetic acid. The white substance, which feels greasy, usually occurs in the form of small leaves. Zinc acetate is easily soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 650)

Flavour enhancer

Zinc acetate is only authorised for chewing gum.

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Incoming links (2)

E 650; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (1)

Food additives, various additives (e-numbers 500 - 949);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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