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Zinc - Overview

Definition of Zinc:

Zinc is a type of metal. It is mixed with other materials to make industrial items such as paint, dyes, ointments, and more.

This article discusses poisoning from zinc.

Poisonous Ingredient:

Zinc

Where Found:

  • Rust prevention coatings
  • Vitamin and mineral supplements
  • Zinc chloride
  • Zinc oxide (relatively nonharmful)
  • Zinc acetate
  • Zinc sulfate
  • Heated or burned galvanized metal (releases zinc fumes)
  • Compounds used to make paint, rubber, dyes, wood preservatives, and ointments.

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

  • Reviewed last on: 1/19/2007
  • Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.