| M Formula: | Zn(BO3)2 with water of hydration |
| Properties: | |
| Amorphous white powder. Insoluble in water but slowly decomposed by it, liberating hydrogen peroxide. | |
| Derivation: | |
| Interaction of sodium peroxide, boric acid, and zinc salt, or of boric acid and zinc peroxide. | |
| Hazard: | |
| Fire risk when wet, in contact with organic materials. | |
| Use: | |
| Medicine, oxidizing agent. | |