Description

Zirconium(IV) n-Butoxide n-Butanol Complex is a high-purity metal-organic compound primarily used as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its value lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of zirconium, enabling precise control over the final material's properties. This complex is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of ceramics, catalysis, and thin-film deposition, where high-performance inorganic materials are required.

Application

• Sol-Gel Processing: A key precursor for the synthesis of zirconium dioxide (ZrO₂) nanoparticles, coatings, and monolithic gels with controlled porosity and crystallinity.
• Thin Film Deposition: Used in Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) processes to create uniform zirconium oxide films for electronic and optical devices.
• Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing heterogeneous catalysts and catalyst supports, including those for polymerization and organic synthesis.
• Advanced Ceramics: Employed in the production of high-strength, high-temperature structural ceramics and piezoelectric materials.
• Surface Modification: Used to functionalize surfaces with zirconium alkoxide groups for improved adhesion, corrosion resistance, or biocompatibility.
• Crosslinking Agent: Can act as a crosslinker in polymer systems to enhance thermal stability and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconium(IV) n-Butoxide n-Butanol Complex
CAS No.	76666-00-7
Molecular Formula	C20H52O5Zr
Molecular Weight	463.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Zirconium tetrabutoxide butanol adduct; Zirconium(4+) tetrabutanolate butanol complex; Tetrabutoxyzirconium(IV) butanol solvate; Zirconium butoxide butanolate; Zirconium n-butoxide n-butanol adduct; Butyl zirconate(IV) butanol complex; Zr(OBu)4·BuOH
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Quality Control

Our Zirconium(IV) n-Butoxide n-Butanol Complex is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical techniques including NMR, FT-IR, and elemental analysis (Zirconium content). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties is provided with each 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation by moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Zr content)	≥ 19.0 %
Purity (NMR)	≥ 95.0 %
Density (at 20°C)	~1.05 g/mL
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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