Inorganic Chemical

Zinc Nitrate

Basic Information (Anhydrous)

PropertyValue
Chemical NameZinc Nitrate
Chemical FormulaZn(NO₃)₂
Molecular FormulaZnN₂O₆
Molecular Weight (Anhydrous)189.40 g/mol
CAS Number (Anhydrous)7779-88-6
IndustryMajor ApplicationsPurpose
Chemical ManufacturingProduction of zinc oxide, zinc salts, specialty chemicalsChemical intermediate and zinc source
Catalyst ManufacturingCatalyst precursor for petrochemical, fine chemical, and environmental catalystsPreparation of zinc-based catalysts
Ceramics & GlassCeramic glazes, specialty glass, porcelainFlux, color modifier, and zinc source
Electroplating & Metal FinishingZinc plating baths, metal surface treatment, corrosion-resistant coatingsZinc deposition and surface protection
Textile IndustryMordant, dyeing, and finishingImproves dye fixation and fabric processing
AgricultureMicronutrient fertilizers, foliar sprays, hydroponicsSupplies zinc for correcting zinc deficiency in crops
Laboratory & ResearchAnalytical reagent, synthesis of nanomaterials, research chemicalChemical synthesis and analytical applications
Electronics & Advanced MaterialsPreparation of zinc oxide thin films, nanomaterials, semiconductorsPrecursor for electronic and optical materials
Water TreatmentSpecialty treatment chemicals and research applicationsProcess chemical in selected industrial systems
Pharmaceutical & BiotechnologyResearch reagent and specialty formulationsLimited use in research and process development