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Is Zinc Picolinate vegan?

Zinc Picolinate

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Zinc picolinate is a zinc coordination complex derived from picolinic acid and zinc(II), with the formula Zn(NC5H4CO2)2(H2O)2, adopting an octahedral geometry and used as a dietary zinc supplement.

Also known as 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, zinc complex
INCI name Zinc Picolinate
CAS number 17949-65-4
CosIng ID 60304
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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