Zinc oxide Nanoparticles/Nanopowder (ZnO, 10-25nm, purity 99.5%)
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Zinc Oxide Nanopowder (ZnO, 10–25 nm, Purity 99.5%)
Technical Specifications
Property | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Name | Zinc Oxide (ZnO) |
CAS Number | 1314-13-2 |
Molecular Weight | 81.38 g/mol |
Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
Appearance / Color | White Fine Powder |
Particle Size (Average) | 10–25 nm |
Morphology | Spherical / Agglomerated Nanoparticles |
Crystal Structure | Hexagonal Wurtzite |
Specific Surface Area (BET) | 30–60 m²/g |
Density | 5.61 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 1975 °C |
Boiling Point | 2360 °C |
Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in acids |
pH (in aqueous suspension) | ~7 |
Stability | Chemically stable; non-hygroscopic under normal conditions |
Key Features
High Purity (≥ 99.5%) ensures consistent chemical and physical performance.
Ultrafine Nanoparticle Size (10–25 nm): Provides very high surface area and enhanced reactivity.
Hexagonal Wurtzite Crystal Structure: Ensures stable physical and optical properties.
Spherical Morphology: Promotes uniform dispersion in polymers, coatings, and suspensions.
White Fine Powder: Easy to handle and incorporate into formulations.
Thermally Stable: Suitable for high-temperature industrial and research applications.
Photocatalytic & UV Absorption Properties: Ideal for environmental, cosmetic, and functional material applications.
Applications
1. Cosmetics & Personal Care:
Functions as a UV-blocking agent in sunscreens, creams, and lotions.
2. Pharmaceuticals:
Used as an active ingredient in topical ointments and antibacterial formulations.
3. Pigments & Coatings:
Provides whiteness, opacity, and UV protection in paints, coatings, plastics, and inks.
4. Electronics & Sensors:
Applied in varistors, thin-film transistors, and gas sensors.
5. Photocatalysis & Environmental Applications:
Effective in water purification, air purification, and self-cleaning surfaces.
6. Nanocomposites & Polymers:
Enhances mechanical, thermal, and UV-resistant properties of polymer matrices.
7. Research & Advanced Materials:
Suitable for nanotechnology studies, thin films, and functional material development.