Zinc undecylenate CAS 557-08-4

Zinc undecylenate Details

Chemical Name: Zinc undecylenate

Synonyms: Zinc 10-undecenoate; Undecylenic acid zinc salt

CAS No.: 557-08-4

Molecular Formula: C22H38O4Zn

Molecular Weight: 431.92

Molecular Structure:

Appearance: White Powder

Purity: ≥ 98.0% / 99.0%

Typical Properties

Zinc undecylenate Usage

• High-Potency Topically Antifungal API: Functions as a universally trusted topical antifungal agent across clinical dermatology. It works via a powerful synergy combining the fungistatic action of the undecylenate moiety with the astringent, drying matrix of the zinc ion, which effectively alters fungal cell wall dynamics to halt dermatophyte multiplication.

  • Clinical Formulations: Commonly compounded alongside Undecylenic Acid into specialized topical ointments, medicated sprays, or dusting powders to treat superficial skin mycoses, prominently athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), and ringworm (tinea corporis).

• Personal Care & Cosmetic Antimicrobic (Hygiene Adjunct): Managed within cosmetic chemistry as a specialized anti-seborrheic component, anti-dandruff helper, and protective preservative. Frequently integrated into oil-control shampoos, medicated foot powders, and deodorizing body talcs to counter bacterial decay, curb sweat odor, and support skin dryness.

• Polymer & Rubber Processing Modifier: Deployed across custom rubber compounding and specialized plastics styling as an eco-friendly heat stabilizer, internal mold-release lubricant, and permanent anti-mold/anti-microbial polymer additive.

Packaging and Shipping

200kg/drum

Zinc undecylenate Storage

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated dedicated pharmaceutical raw material or fine chemical warehouse. Keep containers hermetically sealed.