Zinc Chloride Hydroxide

AKA: Zinc chloride hydroxide (Zn5Cl2(OH)8), Hydrate (1:1), 12167-79-2
Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from zinc salts and chloride compounds through chemical combination and hydrolysis reactions. Produced by controlled reaction of zinc chloride with hydroxide ions in aqueous solution.
Zinc chloride hydroxide (Zn5Cl2(OH)8), hydrate (1:1)
Formula
Cl2H10O9Zn5-2
Mol. Weight
551.90
CAS #
12167-79-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Bulking
Adds Body & Volume
Fights Bacteria
Anti-Aging Benefits
Reduces Inflammation
Adds volume
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2024
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR