Description

Zirconium n-Butoxide is a versatile metal-organic compound widely used as a precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce zirconium into inorganic matrices, forming high-purity, uniform coatings and ceramics. This product is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, optics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop materials with enhanced thermal stability and specific dielectric properties.

Application

• Sol-Gel Processing: A key precursor for synthesizing zirconium dioxide (ZrO₂) nanoparticles, thin films, and monolithic gels used in optical coatings, sensors, and protective layers.
• Ceramic & Refractory Materials: Serves as a binder and cross-linking agent in the production of advanced ceramics, improving density and high-temperature performance.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Used in the preparation of heterogeneous catalysts and catalyst supports for organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Surface Modification: Applied as a coupling agent to modify surface properties of inorganic fillers (e.g., glass, metals) for improved compatibility in polymer composites.
• Electronic Materials: Employed in the fabrication of high-k dielectric layers for semiconductor devices and memory capacitors.
• Corrosion-Resistant Coatings: Forms the basis for pre-treatment and conversion coatings that enhance adhesion and corrosion protection on metal substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconium n-Butoxide
CAS No.	1071-76-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₆O₄Zr
Molecular Weight	383.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconium(IV) butoxide; Tetrabutyl zirconate; Zirconium tetrabutoxide; Butyl zirconate; Tetra-n-butoxyzirconium; Zirconium butylate; Zirconium tetrakis(butoxide); TBZ
EINECS	213-995-1

Quality Control

Our Zirconium n-Butoxide is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including titration, gas chromatography (GC), and spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as ZrO₂)	Min. 20.0 %
Purity (GC)	Min. 97.0 %
Density (at 20°C)	~1.05 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.49

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