What is Zinc Chloride Battery Grade?
Zinc Chloride Battery Grade is a highly purified form of Zinc Chloride (ZnCl₂) specifically manufactured to meet the stringent purity requirements of dry cell battery production. It is the key electrolyte component in zinc-carbon and zinc-chloride dry cell batteries — the most widely produced type of primary battery globally, used in everyday devices such as torches, clocks, remote controls, and toys.
Unlike Industrial Grade Zinc Chloride, Battery Grade undergoes additional purification steps to remove impurities that could negatively affect battery performance, shelf life, or leakage characteristics. Polychem Industries supplies Zinc Chloride Battery Grade to battery manufacturers across India and internationally, with consistent quality backed by detailed analytical documentation.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Key Requirement | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Grade | White Powder / Solution | 98%+ | Ultra-low heavy metals | Zinc-carbon batteries, zinc-chloride batteries |
| Industrial Grade | White Powder / Granules | 96%+ | Standard industrial purity | Galvanising, flux, textile, general industrial |
Applications & Uses
Zinc-Carbon Dry Cell Batteries
The primary application. Used as the electrolyte and active component in zinc-carbon (Leclanché) batteries — the most widely produced battery type globally, used in low-drain applications such as clocks, remote controls, and toys.
Zinc-Chloride Heavy Duty Batteries
Used in zinc-chloride heavy duty batteries which offer improved performance, longer shelf life, and better performance in cold temperatures compared to standard zinc-carbon cells. Preferred for higher-drain applications.
Torch & Flashlight Batteries
A key raw material in the manufacture of AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V zinc-chloride batteries used in torches, emergency lighting, and portable devices across consumer and industrial markets.
Electrolyte Formulation
Used in the formulation of battery electrolyte pastes and solutions. Battery Grade ZnCl₂ ensures consistent ionic conductivity and minimises internal corrosion in assembled battery cells.
Battery Research & Development
Used in R&D laboratories for the development and testing of new battery formulations and electrochemical systems requiring high-purity zinc chloride as an electrolyte component.
Electronic Components
Used in certain electronic applications and flux formulations where the ultra-low impurity profile of battery grade is required for sensitive electronic manufacturing processes.
Technical Specifications
Zinc Chloride Battery Grade — Key Properties
Why Source Battery Grade ZnCl₂ from Polychem Industries?
- Ultra-high purity with very low heavy metal content — meets battery manufacturer requirements
- Full analytical Certificate of Analysis provided with every supply
- Also supply Industrial Grade Zinc Chloride — one supplier for all grades
- Consistent quality for continuous battery production lines
- Bulk supply capability with reliable year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
