Zinc Naphthenate
Description :
Overview of Zinc Naphthenate
Zinc Naphthenate is a naphthenate salt, which is utilized to dry coatings and paints, as well as a wood preservative and an industrial catalyst. The salt is known for its capability to speed up the oxidative drying process of alkyd resins as well as oils, as well as its biocidal characteristics and catalytic activities. Zinc Naphthenate is widely employed in coatings, in wood treatment, and in numerous industrial uses.
This compound appears as a viscous amber liquid or paste, depending on concentration. Its naphthenate structure (cycloaliphatic carboxylate) provides unique properties as a metal soap useful in industrial applications.
Related products include Cobalt Naphthenate, Manganese Naphthenate, Calcium Naphthenate, and other metal carboxylates used in coatings and industrial chemistry.
Applications of Zinc Naphthenate
Coatings & Paint Industry
- Used as a drier (siccative) in alkyd-based paints
- Applied in accelerating oxidative drying
- Used in combination with primary driers (cobalt, manganese)
- Applied in industrial coatings and marine paints
Wood Preservation
- Useful to preserve wood and as a fungicide
- It is used to treat the timbers of utility poles as well as
- It is used for marine wood protection
- Applied in preventing fungal decay
Industrial Applications
- It is used to act as a catalyst in polymerization reactions
- Used in plastic and rubber processing
- It is used to make polyurethane to ams
- Applied in developing specialty chemicals
Safety & Handling Guidelines
- Avoid inhalation of vapors and mist
- Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
- Handle in well-ventilated areas
- Combustible liquid—keep away from ignition sources
- Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place
Where to Buy Zinc Naphthenate?
Zinc Naphthenate Manufacturer
ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Zinc Naphthenate, meeting industrial quality standards.
Zinc Naphthenate Supplier & Distributor
- Available in bulk quantities for industrial use
- Multiple concentration grades (6%, 8%, 12% zinc)
- Technical grade for coatings and wood treatment
- COA, MSDS, and specifications provided
MSDS
Includes detailed safety instructions, environmental hazard information, and handling protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Zinc Naphthenate used for?
Used as a drier in paints and coatings, wood preservative, catalyst in polymerization, and in various industrial applications. -
How does it function as a dryer?
Catalyzes oxidative crosslinking of unsaturated oils and resins by accelerating oxygen absorption and polymerization through free radical mechanisms. -
What is the typical zinc content?
Commercial grades typically contain 6-12% zinc by weight; concentration specified for each application.
