Zinc Oxide is an inorganic compound which is also known as Calamine or Zinc White. It is naturally found as a mineral zincite. It is mostly produced synthetically. It is a chemical compound with mild astringent and antiseptic action which works as a topical protectant. It has wide applications in bandages, ointments, pastes, and dental cement.

Properties of Zinc Oxide

Chemical Formula : ZnO

Molecular Weight : 81.406 g/mol

Density : 5.6 g/cm³

Boiling Point : 1974 °C

Melting Point : 1974 °C

Uses Of Zinc Oxide 

Zinc oxide is used as a bulking agent.

It is used as a colourant.

ZnO is used in over-the-counter drug products.

It is used as a skin protectant.

It is used as a sunscreen as it reduces and prevents sunburn.

It is used in preventing premature skin ageing.

Used in nail products.

It is used as a diaper rash ointment.