Description

Zirconium(4+) Propionate is a high-purity organozirconium compound, also known as zirconium propionate, valued for its role as a versatile precursor and catalyst. This compound is essential for industries requiring controlled zirconium integration into materials to impart thermal stability, corrosion resistance, or specific catalytic activity. It is primarily utilized in advanced ceramics, polymer cross-linking, and specialized surface treatment formulations.

Application

• Advanced Ceramics & Glazes: Acts as a precursor for zirconia-based ceramics, enhancing density and thermal shock resistance in structural components and specialty coatings.
• Polymer Additive & Cross-linking Agent: Used to modify and cross-link polymers, improving their thermal stability, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance.
• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Serves as a Lewis acid catalyst or co-catalyst in various organic transformations, including polymerization and esterification reactions.
• Surface Treatment & Corrosion Inhibition: Applied in formulations for metal surface treatments to create protective layers that inhibit corrosion.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Utilized as a mordant or finishing agent to improve dye fixation and material properties.
• Fuel Additive & Combustion Catalyst: Investigated for use in fuels to improve combustion efficiency and reduce particulate emissions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Zirconium(4+) Propionate
CAS No.	25710-96-7
Molecular Formula	C12H20O8Zr or Zr(O2CCH2CH3)4
Molecular Weight	383.50 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Zirconium Propionate; Zirconium(IV) Propionate; Tetrakis(propionato)zirconium; Zirconium Tetrapropionate; Propanoic acid, zirconium(4+) salt; Zirconium propanoate; Zirconium n-propionate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zirconium(4+) Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as zirconium content, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zr content)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1%

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