Zinc Oxide Powder Efficacy and Effects:

Zinc oxide powder is a commonly used ointment in dermatology, its role is mainly to moisturize the skin and to have a certain effect.

What are the health risks of long-term exposure to zinc oxide powder?

People who are exposed to zinc oxide powder for a long time will not be harmed if they are properly protected (wearing a dust mask and protective clothing).

Zinc oxide powder is a white powdery substance with no odor and can be directly touched by hands or skin. It is toxic if inhaled or consumed inadvertently because zinc oxide reacts with hydrochloric acid in gastric juice to produce soluble zinc chloride, which is absorbed by the body, but zinc ion is a trace element required by the body and can cause toxic symptoms if consumed in excess.

Inhalation of different zinc oxide powders carries fumes as well as causes zinc casting fever. The symptoms include metallic taste through the mouth, thirst, dry throat, loss of appetite, tightness in the chest, dry cough, headache, dizziness, soreness in the extremities, high fever and bad chills.

In the production process of factory workers, zinc oxide powder is not very thin, and large amounts of zinc oxide dust can block sebaceous ducts and cause skin and eczema. Therefore, protective measures are taken: it is recommended to wear dust masks and protective clothing, and smoking, eating and drinking are strictly prohibited at the work site. In the zinc smelting industry, brass preparation and galvanizing work are likely to produce zinc oxide fumes. In order to prevent fumes, galvanized iron cannot be welded directly and the zinc film needs to be removed from the surface first.

Zinc oxide powder is a chemical substance that also has certain dangerous properties: violent reaction with magnesium and linseed oil. Chlorinated rubber mixtures heated above 215°C may be decomposed by high temperatures, releasing toxic fumes.

Protective measures for exposure to zinc oxide powder:

Respiratory protection: The operator is advised to wear a dust mask.

Eye protection: Network safety masks may be used if necessary.

Protective clothing: Wear tight-fitting work clothes and long rubber shoes.

Exposure to zinc oxide powder Other: Smoking, eating and drinking are strictly prohibited at the site where the work is carried out. After work, shower and change clothes. Pay attention to their own personal development clean environmental hygiene.