Description

Octanoic Acid, Zirconium Salt is a metal-organic coordination compound derived from zirconium and caprylic acid. This material is valued for its role as a versatile catalyst and stabilizer in high-performance polymer and coating systems. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, paint, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product thermal stability and processing characteristics.

Application

• Polymer Additive: Acts as a thermal stabilizer and catalyst in the production of polyesters and other condensation polymers.
• Coating Formulations: Used as a cross-linking agent or drier in heat-cured industrial coatings and paints.
• Ceramic Precursor: Serves as a starting material in sol-gel processes for producing zirconium-containing ceramics and thin films.
• Catalyst Systems: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst component in various organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Water Repellents: A key ingredient in formulations for fabric and surface water-repellent treatments.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a modifier to improve adhesion and environmental resistance in high-performance sealants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoic Acid, Zirconium Salt
CAS No.	18312-04-4
Molecular Formula	Typically represented as Zr(C7H15COO)4 or related structures
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Zirconium Octanoate; Zirconium Caprylate; Zirconium(IV) 2-ethylhexanoate (common commercial form); Zirconium 2-ethylhexanoate; Bis(2-ethylhexanoate)zirconium; Zirconium Ethylhexanoate; Zirconium Carboxylate C8; Zirconium Dioctoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octanoic Acid, Zirconium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets defined specifications for zirconium content, viscosity, and solubility. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and key physical-chemical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Zirconium Content (as ZrO2)	12% - 22% (varies by grade)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents
Viscosity	Contact for details
Specific Gravity	0.95 - 1.10

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