White crystalline powder of Zinc Chloride in a 25 kg white polypropylene bag with labeling
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Zinc Chloride (Industrial Grade)

Zinc Chloride Industrial Grade is an inorganic chemical used primarily as a flux in galvanizing and in textile and chemical manufacturing processes. Supplied in 25 kg bags.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number7646-85-7
Chemical FormulaZnCl2
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
Packaging25 kg bags
StorageStore in cool, dry, ventilated place, sealed from moisture

Zinc Chloride (Industrial Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameZinc Chloride (Industrial Grade)
CategoryIndustrial Chemicals
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Zinc Chloride (Industrial Grade)

Zinc Chloride Industrial Grade is a versatile inorganic compound used extensively in industrial applications, particularly in galvanizing metal surfaces to prevent corrosion. It serves as a flux in metalworking, providing a cleaning agent that removes oxidation and enables effective bonding. In textile processing, it acts as a mordant, improving dye uptake for durable coloring. The chemical is also employed in chemical synthesis and in producing chemical intermediates. Proper storage involves keeping the material in sealed 25 kg bags, away from moisture in a cool, dry environment to prevent caking. Finstar Chemicals supplies this product with consistent quality, suitable for procurement organizations serving industrial clients, especially those in East Africa. Its purity and standard grade ensure reliable process performance without impurities that might disrupt sensitive manufacturing steps. Buyers benefit from fast lead times and documented batch control for traceability.

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Applications

Metal Galvanizing FluxUsed as a fluxing agent to clean and prepare metal surfaces before galvanizing, enhancing zinc coating adherence.
Textile MordantImproves dye fixation on fabrics, ensuring colors are vibrant and durable in textile processing.
Chemical Synthesis IntermediateServes as a raw material in producing other zinc-based chemicals and catalysts in industrial manufacturing.
Wood Preservative ComponentIncorporated in wood treatment formulations to protect timber from fungi and insect attack.
Electrolyte in BatteriesFunctions as an electrolyte component in certain dry cell batteries to facilitate charge transfer.

Benefits

Enhanced Metal Coating AdhesionRemoves oxides during galvanizing, promoting strong zinc layers that extend metal life and reduce corrosion failures.
Improved Dye UptakeActs as a mordant binding dye molecules to fibers, resulting in deeper, more wash-fast coloration for textiles.
Consistent Purity for ReliabilityIndustrial grade ensures minimal impurities so chemical reactions proceed predictably, reducing batch rejects.
Moisture-Stable PackagingSealed 25 kg bags limit moisture absorption preventing caking that can disrupt dosing and process flow.
Versatile Industrial UseApplicable in diverse production lines, consolidating procurement and reducing the need for multiple specialty chemicals.

Features

Industrial Grade QualityManufactured to meet industrial specifications ensuring suitability for galvanizing, textile, and chemical uses.
Standard 25 kg Bag PackagingConvenient weight for manual handling and storage, suitable for various scale industrial operations.
Batch TraceabilityEach batch includes documentation to verify quality and origin aiding compliance and quality control.
Dry Powder FormEases storage and transport compared to liquids, while maintaining chemical stability under proper conditions.

Industries Served

Metal FabricationUsed by galvanizers and metal finishers to prepare surfaces and extend product lifespan.
Textile ManufacturingEssential in dyeing mills for fixing colors and improving final fabric quality.
Chemical ProductionIn chemical plants producing catalysts, intermediates, and preservatives requiring zinc compounds.
Wood Treatment IndustryTimber processors use zinc chloride in preservatives to improve product durability.
Battery ManufacturingEmployed in producing dry batteries where specific electrolyte formulation is necessary.

Zinc Chloride (Industrial Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Zinc Chloride (Industrial Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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