Zinc Nacional | producer of Zinc compounds

Zinc Oxide

Zinc Nacional, the largest producer of zinc oxide in Latin America and one of the largest in the world offers a diverse line up of zinc oxide materials to the North American market. Zinc Nacional produces the traditional French Process products but is also the only producer of American Process zinc oxide in North America. Additionally, Zinc Nacional can blend both types to achieve the ideal product to suit the customer's needs. Long recognized for its UV protection, color retention and mold/mildew inhibitor properties Zinc Nacional's American Process and blended zinc oxides also can provide decreased water permeability, increased tensile strength and elongation. The bright white color and durability make it an ideal product for TiO2 extension. American Process zinc oxide is ideal for coatings and ceramics but is also useful for adhesive and sealant applications. Sold under the Maximo brand a wide range of surface area and purities are available. French Process products are typically used in rubber compounding and chemical industry but also find application in plastics and a wide range of applications. The well recognized brand for the French Process materials is Oxzinal and comes in a range of surface areas all offering very high purity.