Ingredient

Zinc Chloride

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use zinc chloride as a flux in soldering and tinning, and as a …

What it is

Zinc chloride is a compound made from zinc and chlorine. It is a white crystalline solid that dissolves easily in water. It is often produced by reacting zinc metal or zinc oxide with hydrochloric acid.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use zinc chloride as a flux in soldering and tinning, and as a chemical intermediate. In food, it can be used as a nutrient supplement to fortify foods with zinc. It is found in some canned vegetables and soups.

Health notes

Zinc chloride is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a nutrient supplement. Zinc is an essential mineral for human health, involved in immune function and cell growth. High intake of zinc can cause digestive upset. JECFA has evaluated zinc chloride and established an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated zinc and its compounds.

Allergen info

Zinc chloride is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Zinc Chloride

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Prego Sauces Basil Pesto CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Prego Sauces Basil Pesto Sauces/Spreads/Dips/Condiments 117kcal 1.7Protein 10Fat 5Carbs 98% Ff Broc Ches CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY 98% Ff Broc Ches Prepared Soups High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 67kcal 1.7Protein 2.1Fat 9.2Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Cut Green Beans Veri-Green French Style Canned Vegetables 17kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Cut Green Beans Canned Vegetables 17kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Veggi-Green, Cut Green Beans Canned Vegetables 12kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 2.5Carbs The Kroger Co. Kroger, Cut Extra Green Beans Canned Vegetables 17kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Veggi-Green, French Style Green Beans Canned Vegetables 17kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc. Cut Green Beans Canned Vegetables 17kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc. French Style Green Beans Canned Vegetables 17kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Beef Vegetable Soup, Beef Vegetable Other Soups High in sodium — 36% DV per serving 61kcal 4.5Protein 2.5Fat 4.9Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Ancient Grain Minestrone Soup, Ancient Grain Minestrone Other Soups High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 53kcal 1.6Protein 2.0Fat 6.9Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Bite Size Frosted Shredded Wheat Cereal 346kcal 7.7Protein 1.9Fat 80.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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