Description

Zirconyl Chloride Octahydrate is a versatile inorganic zirconium salt widely used as a key precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its primary value lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of zirconium for applications demanding high purity and controlled chemical properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the ceramics, catalyst, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Ceramics & Refractories: A crucial precursor for producing high-performance zirconia (ZrO₂) powders, used in advanced ceramics, thermal barrier coatings, and refractory materials.
• Catalyst Manufacturing: Serves as a zirconium source for synthesizing solid acid catalysts, polymerization catalysts, and catalyst supports in petrochemical and fine chemical processes.
• Surface Treatment & Coatings: Used in the formulation of conversion coatings, primers, and anti-corrosion treatments for metals.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Acts as a mordant in dyeing processes and a tanning agent in leather production to improve color fastness and material quality.
• Precipitating Agent: Employed in water treatment and analytical chemistry for the precipitation of phosphates, arsenates, and other anions.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: A starting material for the production of other zirconium compounds, including zirconium alkoxides and organic derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconyl Chloride Octahydrate
CAS No.	13520-92-8
Molecular Formula	ZrOCl₂·8H₂O
Molecular Weight	322.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconium Oxychloride Octahydrate; Dichlorooctaoxozirconium; Zirconium Chloride Oxide Octahydrate; Basic Zirconium Chloride; Zirconyl Dichloride Octahydrate; ZOC; Zirconium(IV) Oxychloride Octahydrate
EINECS	236-719-9

Quality Control

Our Zirconyl Chloride Octahydrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include parameters for assay (ZrO₂ content), chloride content, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and hydrolysis. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as ZrO₂)	≥ 37.0 %
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Iron (Fe)	≤ 50 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
pH (5% solution)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.