Description

Zirconyl Nitrate Hydrate is an inorganic zirconium salt commonly utilized as a versatile precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce zirconium oxide frameworks and act as a nitrating agent under controlled conditions. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the ceramics, catalysis, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-purity zirconium sources.

Application

• Ceramic Precursor: Key starting material for producing zirconia (ZrO₂) powders and advanced ceramic coatings via sol-gel or precipitation routes.
• Catalyst & Catalyst Support Synthesis: Used in the preparation of solid acid catalysts and porous zirconia-based catalyst supports for organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Surface Treatment & Corrosion Inhibition: Employed in conversion coatings and surface modification processes for metals to enhance adhesion and corrosion resistance.
• Nuclear Industry: Serves as a source material in nuclear fuel processing and for the fabrication of refractory components.
• Specialty Pigments & Glazes: Acts as an opacifier and stabilizer in the formulation of high-temperature ceramic glazes and specialty inorganic pigments.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a nitrating agent and zirconium donor in the synthesis of other zirconium compounds and coordination complexes.
• Electronics & Optics: Used in the deposition of thin films for optical coatings and electronic components.
• Research & Development: Fundamental reagent in materials science research for developing new zirconium-containing composites and nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconyl Nitrate Hydrate
CAS No.	14985-18-3
Molecular Formula	ZrO(NO₃)₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (variable based on hydration)
Synonyms	Zirconium Oxynitrate Hydrate; Nitric Acid, Zirconyl Salt, Hydrate; Zirconium Nitrate Basic; Zirconyl(IV) Nitrate Hydrate; Zirconium Dioxynitrate Hydrate; Basic Zirconium Nitrate; Zirconium Oxide Nitrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zirconyl Nitrate Hydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with relevant specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and meet the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (as ZrO₂)	≥ 40.0 %
Zirconium (Zr) Content	Contact for details
Nitrate (NO₃) Content	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.002 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %

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