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Generic: Zinc Chloride
Zinc chloride (ZnCl2) is an inorganic chemical compound and a Lewis acid. It is a white or colorless solid, highly soluble in water. It is used as a dehydrating agent, a catalyst in various chemical reactions, and in a wide range of industrial applications such as soldering fluxes, textile processing, and wood preservation. Medically, it has been used topically as an escharotic and astringent.
Used as a topical astringent, desensitizing agent, and escharotic for wound treatment; also widely used in industrial applications.
Outcome:
Corrosion
Mechanism:
Chemical reaction
Outcome:
None specified
Mechanism:
None specified
Outcome:
Exothermic reaction, potential fire hazard
Mechanism:
Dehydration and oxidation
Potential for new formulations incorporating zinc chloride in combination with other topical agents (Year: 2025, 50% confidence)
Due to its established use and safety profile, minimal changes in regulatory status are anticipated.
Inorganic Compound, Lewis Acid
Inorganic Chloride