Salts & Minerals
REACH
Zinc aspartate
CAS Number
36393-20-1
EC Number
253-012-5
What is Zinc aspartate?
Zinc aspartate (CAS 36393-20-1) is an amino acid-chelated zinc mineral in which zinc is coordinated with aspartic acid, offering higher bioavailability than inorganic zinc salts.
Where is Zinc aspartate used?
- Food and beverage: zinc fortification ingredient in functional foods and fortified products where zinc labeling claims are required without metallic off-notes
- Nutraceutical: active mineral source in tablets, capsules, and powdered blends
- Pharmaceutical: zinc-containing preparations requiring controlled mineral delivery and compatibility with amino acid-based actives
- Animal nutrition: organic zinc in feed premixes and mineral supplements for livestock and companion animals
Commercial specifications
- Bulk quantities in kilogram to metric-ton packaging
Other Names (Synonyms)
4OC7QTI23H|Zincate(2-), bis(L-aspartato(2-)-N,O(sup 1))-, dihydrogen, (T-4)-|Dihydrogen bis(L-aspartato(2-)-N,O1)zincate(2-)|RefChem:195994|Oksirich|Zincate(2-), bis[L-aspartato(2-)-κN,κO1]-, hydrogen (1:2), (T-4)-|Zincate(2-), bis[L-aspartato(2-)-N,O1]-, dihydrogen, (T-4)-
What are the physical properties of Zinc aspartate?
Appearance White to off-white Solid
Log P -0.669 (est)
How is Zinc aspartate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.