Zinc
We produce refined zinc metal which is used in a number of applications including glavanising, oxides, die castings and alloys.
We produce zinc in a variety of grades
- Special High Grade (SHG)
- High Grade (HG)
- Prime Western (PW)
Our Special High Grade zinc products are LME registered products under the brand names
- HZL SHG 99.995
- Vedanta SHG 99.995
Special high grade and high grade zinc are available in standard ingots of 25 kgs and Jumbo ingots of 1,000 kgs each.. Prime Western is also available in the standard ingots form of 25 kgs.
For more information view our Product Fact Sheet
Applications Of Zinc
Over 11 million tonnes of zinc is produced annually worldwide. Around 48% of the amount is used for galvanizing to protect steel from corrosion. Approximately 17% is used the production of zinc base alloys like die castings etc. Nearly 10% of the zinc is also utilized for compounds such as zinc oxide and zinc sulfate and about 11% is used in the alloys especially brass.
Galvanising:
Zinc is one of the best forms of protection against corrosion and is used extensively in building, construction, infrastructure, household appliances, automobiles, steel furniture, and more. Galvanising accounts for around 48% of global zinc usage.
Zinc Oxide:
The most widely used zinc compound, zinc oxide is used in the vulcanisation of rubber, as well as in ceramics, paints, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, and several other products and processes. A special grade of zinc oxide has long been used in photocopiers. 10% of global zinc usage is in this segment.
Die Castings:
Zinc is an ideal material for die casting and is extensively used in hardware, electrical equipments, automotive and electronic components. 17% of zinc used in the word is through Die Castings.
Alloys:
Zinc is extensively used in making alloys, especially brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc. Alloy accounts for around 11% of global zinc usage.
Rolled Zinc:
Zinc sheets are used extensively in the building industry for roofing, flashing and weathering applications. These are also used in graphic art to make plates and blocks, as well as battery callouts and coinage.