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Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material Featured Image
  • Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material
  • Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material
  • Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material
  • Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material
  • Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material

Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity Powder CAS 17949-65-4 Wholesale Zinc Supplement Raw Material

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Our Food Grade Zinc Picolinate (CAS 17949-65-4) is a chelated zinc compound where zinc is bound to picolinic acid — a naturally occurring metabolite. This chelation structure provides enhanced bioavailability, making it a preferred mineral form for high-quality zinc supplementation in capsules, tablets, and functional food applications.


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Food Grade Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity | CAS 17949-65-4



Standardized Raw Material

FOOD GRADE

ZINC PICOLINATE

Our Food Grade Zinc Picolinate (CAS 17949-65-4) is a chelated zinc compound where zinc is bound to picolinic acid — a naturally occurring metabolite. This chelation structure provides enhanced bioavailability, making it a preferred mineral form for high-quality zinc supplementation in capsules, tablets, and functional food applications.

Assay: ≥99.0% (HPLC)
CAS: 17949-65-4
C₁₂H₈N₂O₄Zn
Food Grade

Zinc Picolinate Powder 99% Purity

Chelated Zinc
Bioavailability



Technical Specifications

Analytical Characterization

Product Name
CAS Registry No.
17949-65-4
Assay (HPLC)
≥ 99.0%
Molecular Identity
C₁₂H₈N₂O₄Zn
Physical Form
White Crystalline Powder
Solubility
Soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol
Loss on Drying
≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals
≤ 10 ppm
Storage Class
Kept in a cool, dry place; away from direct sunlight

* This specification sheet is for informational purposes for professional laboratory use and manufacturing. Full compendial testing data is documented in the Batch Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Reference Grade



Core Advantages

Material characterization & quality assurance

HPLC Precision

Analytical
Precision

Every batch is tested by HPLC to verify ≥99.0% purity with full traceability. We provide COAs including heavy metals, microbial limits, and loss on drying — ensuring consistent raw material quality for downstream manufacturing.

Bioavailability

Enhanced
Bioavailability

Zinc Picolinate uses picolinic acid as a chelating agent — a naturally occurring metabolite. This chelated form is recognized for its superior absorption profile compared to inorganic zinc salts, supporting efficient mineral uptake in supplement formulations.

Food Grade

Food-Grade
Quality

Produced under strict food-grade manufacturing protocols with verified heavy metal controls. Our production facilities comply with international quality standards, supporting seamless import clearance and regulatory documentation for global nutraceutical markets.



Professional Process

End-to-end quality management system

1
Raw Material
Sourcing
Verified suppliers with CoA
2
Chelation
Reaction
pH-controlled synthesis
3
Multi-Stage
Purification
Crystallization & filtration
4
Drying &
Milling
Low-temp processes
5
Batch QC
Testing
HPLC & ICP verification
6
Packaging &
Dispatch
Moisture-sealed units

Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Test Item Method Specification Result
Assay (HPLC) HPLC ≥ 99.0% Pass
Appearance Visual White Crystalline Powder Pass
Loss on Drying Gravimetric ≤ 1.0% Pass
Heavy Metals ICP ≤ 10 ppm Pass
Lead (Pb) ICP ≤ 2 ppm Pass
Arsenic (As) ICP ≤ 2 ppm Pass
Cadmium (Cd) ICP ≤ 1 ppm Pass
Microbial Limits USP <61> Complies Pass




Mechanism of Function

Chelated zinc in biological systems

Bioavailability

Chelated Zinc Bioavailability

Zinc Picolinate provides zinc in a chelated form bound to picolinic acid. Picolinic acid is naturally produced in the intestinal mucosa during tryptophan metabolism. This chelation helps zinc bypass competitive absorption pathways common with inorganic zinc salts, potentially supporting enhanced mineral uptake in supplement formulations.

Enzymes

Essential Cofactor for Enzymes

Zinc serves as a structural component and catalytic cofactor for over 300 zinc-dependent enzymes in the human body, including superoxide dismutase (SOD), alcohol dehydrogenase, and carbonic anhydrase. Zinc Picolinate provides bioavailable zinc to support these enzymatic functions in nutritional applications.

Antioxidant

Antioxidant Defense Support

Zinc is a cofactor for Cu/Zn Superoxide Dismutase (SOD), a key antioxidant enzyme that neutralizes reactive oxygen species (ROS) in cells. Adequate zinc nutrition supports the body’s natural antioxidant defense systems and helps maintain cellular oxidative balance.



Applications & Industries

Versatile integration for life sciences

Advanced Nutraceuticals

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    Zinc supplements (Capsules & Tablets) with enhanced absorption profile formulations.
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    Multi-mineral complexes for comprehensive mineral supplementation.
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    Effervescent tablets and functional beverage powders with bioavailable zinc.

Nutricosmetic Systems

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    Anti-aging skincare products leveraging zinc’s sebum-regulating properties.
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    Hair growth and scalp health formulations targeting mineral nutrition.
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    Nail strengthening products for mineral deficiency support.

Functional Food & Beverage

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    Fortified foods and dietary supplements with chelated zinc.
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    Sports nutrition products targeting mineral balance and recovery.
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    Gummy and chewable formulations using zinc picolinate’s high solubility.

Animal Nutrition

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    Feed additives for livestock and poultry mineral supplementation.
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    Aquaculture nutrition formulations targeting growth and immune support.
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    Pet food fortification with highly bioavailable zinc sources.



Frequently Asked Questions

Technical support & logistics inquiries

Q1: What is the difference between Zinc Picolinate and other zinc supplements?
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Zinc Picolinate is a chelated form of zinc where zinc is bound to picolinic acid. This chelation structure may support enhanced absorption compared to inorganic forms such as zinc sulfate or zinc gluconate. Picolinic acid is naturally produced in the intestinal mucosa, making this form particularly well-researched for its bioavailability characteristics in mineral supplementation.

Q2: What is the recommended dosage and what certifications do you provide?
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Dosage varies by formulation and target market regulation. We do not provide medical dosage recommendations. As a raw material supplier, we provide full Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each batch, including HPLC purity, heavy metals (ICP), and microbial testing results. Third-party testing at recognized institutions (e.g., SGS, Eurofins) can be arranged upon request.

Q3: Is this product suitable for vegan and vegetarian formulations?
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Zinc Picolinate is an inorganic-organic hybrid compound synthesized from zinc salts and picolinic acid. It does not contain animal-derived ingredients. Please request our Specification Sheet and confirm with your regulatory team for specific vegan/vegetarian certification requirements in your target market.

Q4: What is the Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) and lead time?
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As a primary source manufacturer, we support projects from early-stage R&D to commercial production. Sample MOQs start as low as 1 kg. Commercial order MOQs typically start at 25 kg. Standard lead time is 2–3 weeks for in-stock materials; larger orders may require additional production scheduling. Please contact us for a tailored quotation.

 

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