Zinc protects steel against corrosion through galvanization. It can also be found in battery technologies like zinc-air and alkaline systems, as well as die-casting alloys in the automotive and electronics industries. Umicore supports the zinc industry with expert recovery solutions, processing byproducts from global zinc operations to reclaim valuable metals such as silver, lead, and copper. Our zinc-based solutions support a wide range of industrial uses. Our product line helps improve paint drying times, protect metal surfaces from wear and corrosion and neutralize unwanted odors or acids in various formulations.