Zinc chloride has the ability to react with metal oxides (MO) to give derivatives of the formula MZnOCl2. This reaction is relevant to the utility of ZnCl2 solution as a flux for soldering — it dissolves oxide coatings exposing the clean metal surface.
- CAS No. : 7646-85-7
- Melting Point : 290°C (554°F)
- Specific Gravity : 2.907 (Water = 1)
- Taste : Not available
- pH : Not available
- Color : White
- Odor : Odorless
- Vapor Pressure : Not applicable
- Boiling Point : 732°C (1349.6°F)
