- In June 2024, Hindustan Zinc, India’s largest integrated zinc producer, launched EcoZen, Asia’s first low-carbon ‘green’ zinc product for the global market. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than one tonne of CO₂ equivalent per tonne of zinc, approximately 75% lower than the global average. This launch reflects Hindustan Zinc’s commitment to sustainable production and its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.In addition, Hindustan Zinc signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AEsir Technologies, a U.S.-based battery innovator, to become the primary supplier of zinc for AEsir’s zinc chloride-based battery technologies. This partnership aims to promote high-performance, cost-effective, and long-lasting energy storage solutions, reinforcing zinc’s growing role in the global clean energy transition
- In April 2024, TIB Chemicals AG, a key player in the global chemical industry, successfully completed the renovation and restart of its zinc chloride plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany. This milestone followed several years of modernization efforts aimed at enhancing the plant’s production efficiency, safety standards, and environmental performance. The upgraded facility is now better equipped to meet the growing global demand for zinc chloride, a critical compound used in applications ranging from batteries and catalysts to textiles and water treatment. This investment underscores TIB Chemicals’ commitment to sustainable growth and technological advancement in specialty chemicals
- In February 2024, Sigma-Aldrich introduced a new line of zinc chloride solutions engineered for enhanced stability and high purity, targeting both laboratory and industrial applications. These formulations are designed to meet the stringent requirements of analytical chemistry, catalysis, and materials science, offering consistent performance across a range of conditions. The launch also featured improved packaging solutions to ensure product integrity during storage and transport, reducing contamination risks and extending shelf life. This innovation reflects Sigma-Aldrich’s ongoing commitment to quality, safety, and precision in chemical manufacturing
- In March 2024, Fisher Scientific introduced a new high-purity zinc chloride powder under its Fisher Chemical™ brand. Designed specifically for research and chemical synthesis applications, this product offers ≥97% purity, excellent solubility, and consistent performance across a range of laboratory and industrial processes. The zinc chloride is available in Certified ACS grade, ensuring it meets stringent analytical standards. Enhanced poly bottle packaging helps maintain product integrity by protecting against moisture and contamination, making it ideal for sensitive environments. This launch reflects Fisher Scientific’s commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality reagents for advanced scientific work
- In March 2021, CoastalZinc successfully completed EU REACH registration for its zinc chloride product (CAS No.: 7646-85-7), marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to chemical safety and regulatory compliance. This registration under the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) framework ensures that CoastalZinc’s zinc chloride meets the stringent environmental and health standards set by the European Union. It also enables the company to expand its presence in the EU market, supplying high-quality zinc chloride for use in pharmaceuticals, water treatment, personal care, textiles, and metal surface treatment industries
