OriginSynthesized from zinc oxide and undecylenic acid, both industrially produced compounds. Created through direct chemical reaction between zinc oxide and undecylenic acid to form the zinc salt.
Zinc Undecylenate is a natural or synthetic fungistatic fatty acid, antifungal Zinc Undecylenate is used topically in creams against fungal infections, eczemas, ringworm, and other cutaneous conditions. The zinc provides an astringent action, reducing rawness and irritation. (NCI04)
Formula
C22H38O4Zn
Mol. Weight
431.90
CAS #
30773-48-9, 557-08-4
Form
Powder
State
Dry Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Anticaking
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Opacifying
Fights acne
Causing bacteria
Quells irritation
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