Zinc Borate
White, fine crystalline powder · CAS 1332-07-6
Overview
Zinc Borate (CAS 1332-07-6) is one of the metal salts & inorganic compounds products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for flame-retardant and smoke/afterglow suppressant in plastics, rubber and coatings; fungicide and insecticide component in wood-preservative formulations; anticorrosive-pigment component in protective coatings, among other applications in the metal salts & inorganic compounds category. We pack Zinc Borate in 25 kg HDPE bags, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Zinc Oxide Content (ZnO) | 37 – 38% |
| Boric Oxide Content (B2O3) | 48 – 49% |
| Moisture | 2% Max |
| Mean Particle Size | 6 – 10 microns |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Flame-retardant and smoke/afterglow suppressant in plastics, rubber and coatings
- Fungicide and insecticide component in wood-preservative formulations
- Anticorrosive-pigment component in protective coatings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zinc Borate?
Zinc Borate is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white, fine crystalline powder, identified by CAS number 1332-07-6. It falls under our Metal Salts & Inorganic Compounds range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Zinc Borate used for?
Typical applications include: Flame-retardant and smoke/afterglow suppressant in plastics, rubber and coatings; Fungicide and insecticide component in wood-preservative formulations; Anticorrosive-pigment component in protective coatings.
How should Zinc Borate be stored and handled?
Store in a dry, covered area.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Zinc Borate in?
25 kg HDPE bags. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Zinc Borate?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Zinc Borate hazardous to handle?
No specific hazard is flagged for Zinc Borate beyond standard industrial chemical handling precautions. We still recommend you download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details, as good practice for any industrial chemical.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Zinc Borate?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Zinc Borate is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Zinc Borate?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Zinc Borate.