Chemical Substance - Zinc lactate

NHPID name:

Zinc lactate

Reference:

MIO

Proper name(s):

(T-4)-Bis[2-(hydroxy-kappaO)propanoato-kappaO]zinc

Common name(s):

Zinc lactate

Category:

Approved Chemical Name

Sub-ingredient(s):

Zinc

CAS registry number:

16039-53-5

Roles

Non-medicinal

Purposes:

Astringent , Oral Care Agent , Stabilizing Agent

Restrictions:

General

Detail:

Up to 1.0% in topical and toothpaste products and up to 0.1% in mouthwashes, expressed as zinc equivalents, as well as when formulated to be non-irritating and not contributing to the product's claim(s).

Reference:

SCCS_1586_17