FOOD & NUTRICION
Zinc oxide is widely used in food fortification and dietary supplement formulations as a reliable source of zinc for human nutrition. Its high zinc content, stability and neutral sensory profile make it suitable for a wide range of nutritional applications. For food and nutrition uses, zinc oxide must comply with food-grade regulatory frameworks such as FCC specifications, supported by controlled impurity profiles and consistent product quality. In international markets, additional regulatory requirements such as FDA food-grade compliance may apply depending on the application and destination market.
Key Requirements
High Chemical Purity & Controlled Composition
Food and nutrition applications require zinc oxide with high chemical purity and controlled trace metal levels, ensuring product safety and consistent nutritional value in fortified foods and dietary supplements.
Regulatory Compliance & Quality Standards
Zinc oxide used in food and nutrition applications must meet recognized food-grade quality standards, including production in accordance with FCC specifications where applicable. Appropriate quality documentation and analytical control support regulatory acceptance in food and nutritional applications.
Controlled Heavy Metal Profile
Strict limits on lead, cadmium and other trace metals are essential to ensure consumer safety and compliance with international food safety regulations.
Consistent Particle Characteristics
Consistent particle size and powder characteristics are important for homogeneous blending, good dispersion and stable formulation performance in food and supplement applications.
Typical Properties
Food-grade zinc oxide typically contains 99.0–99.9% ZnO, with controlled trace metal levels and defined particle characteristics to ensure consistent performance in food fortification and dietary supplement formulations. Materials are generally produced in accordance with FCC specifications and applicable food safety standards.
- Regulatory Sensitivity
- Partially regulated
