Zinc Metal (Granulated) – LR Grade, 250g

Zinc Metal Granulated is a high quality Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade elemental metal supplied in a 250g container, suitable for use in educational science laboratories. The granulated form provides a convenient balance between surface area and ease of handling, making it ideal for controlled student experiments and teacher demonstrations.

This product has a CAS Number of 7440‑66‑6 and no UN number assigned (UN: NR). Zinc metal appears as a silvery‑grey solid and is commonly used in chemistry teaching to demonstrate the reactivity of metals, redox processes, and displacement reactions.

Supplied clearly labelled and ready for storage in school prep rooms, this reagent supports safe handling and consistent results when used in accordance with standard laboratory safety guidelines.

Key Features

• Granulated zinc metal for laboratory use
• LR (Laboratory Reagent) grade
• CAS No: 7440‑66‑6
• UN No: NR
• Pack size: 250g
• Silvery‑grey metallic solid
• Easy to handle and measure in practical experiments
• Clearly labelled for safe identification and storage

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Zinc metal is a staple material for KS3, GCSE, and A Level chemistry lessons, supporting key topics related to metals and chemical reactivity. Its predictable behaviour makes it particularly suitable for supervised student practical work.

• Demonstrating metal–acid reactions and hydrogen production
• Exploring the reactivity series of metals
• Supporting lessons on oxidation and reduction
• Carrying out displacement reactions
• Developing practical skills in safe handling of solid reagents

When used under appropriate supervision, Zinc Metal Granulated provides an engaging and effective way for students to investigate fundamental chemical principles while building confidence in practical laboratory techniques.