ZINC OXIDE

Zinc Oxide (ZnO) is a versatile compound with various applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food.


GRADE: IP / BP / USP

APPLICATIONS:

1. PHARMACEUTICALS:

Wound healing: ZnO is used in topical creams and ointments to promote wound healing, reduce inflammation, and prevent infection.

Skin conditions: ZnO is used to treat skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Antibacterial and antifungal agent: ZnO is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical formulations to provide antibacterial and antifungal protection.

2. FOOD INDUSTRY:

Dietary supplement: ZnO is used as a dietary supplement to support immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.

Food fortification: ZnO is used to fortify foods such as breakfast cereals, energy bars, and infant formulas with zinc.

Animal feed: ZnO is used as a nutritional supplement in animal feed to support growth, development, and immune function.

3. COSMETICS:
Sunscreen and sunblock: ZnO is used as a physical sunblock in sunscreens and lip balms due to its ability to absorb and scatter UV radiation.

Skin care products: ZnO is used in skin care products such as creams, lotions, and face masks due to its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties.

Hair care products: ZnO is used in hair care products such as shampoos and conditioners to treat dandruff, itchiness, and other scalp conditions.