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Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound used in a number of manufacturing processes.

It can be found in rubbers, plastics, ceramics, glass, cement, lubricants, paints, ointments, adhesives, sealants, pigments, foods, batteries, ferrites, fire retardants, and first-aid tapes.

It occurs naturally as the mineral zincite, but most zinc oxide is produced synthetically.

It is also widely used to treat a variety of other skin conditions, in products such as baby powder and barrier creams to treat diaper rashes, calamine cream, anti-dandruff shampoos, and antiseptic ointments.

For adjunctive treatment of diaper dermatitis.

Also, it can be used to treat minor skin irritations (eg, cuts, burns, and scrapes, poison ivy).

Zinc oxide can be used in ointments, creams, and lotions to protect against sunburn and other damage to the skin caused by ultraviolet light.

Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing and protective properties and is used in topical preparations for eczema, slight excoriations, wounds and haemorrhoids.

It also reflects ultraviolet radiation and can be used as a physical sunscreen.

It acts by providing a physical barrier to prevent skin irritation and help heal damaged skin.

No significant percutaneous absorption from topically applied zinc oxide.

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

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Acute oral toxicity (LD 50 ) in mice: 7950 mg/kg.

The acute respiratory

LD in mice is 2500 mg/m 3.