ZOCO 102C is a high surface area, high purity French Process zinc oxide. ZOCO 102C is made from ZOCO 102 by surface treatment with propionic acid. This treatment allows the zinc oxide to be more readily wet by rubber, thus hastening incorporation and aiding dispersion. ZOCO 102C was especially developed to provide a zinc oxide at highest surface area and reactivity. The particle size is so small that it is below the optimum for opacity; consequently it is frequently used in transparent rubber for its lower hiding power.

Uses:

Rubber - ZOCO 102C provides highest activating power and reinforcement in rubber. Because of its high surface area, it gives an accelerating effect. In insulated wire, it provides high reinforcement together with good electrical properites - low moisture absorption and low dielectric constant. In transparent rubber, ZOCO 102C furnishes maximum activation with mimimum opacity. In aqueous dispersions for latex, ZOCO 102C provides excellent dispersion, minimum settling, and maximum activation.

Lubricants - ZOCO 102C is used in the production of specialized lubricating products, which reduce corrosion and wear in automotive engines.