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Product Name: Zirconyl Nitrate
Chemical Formula: ZrO(NO3)2·xH2O
Synonyms: Zirconium Nitrate Oxide, Zirconium Oxy-nitrate
CAS Number: 13746-89-9
Recommended Use: Chemical research, catalyst production, ceramics
Supplier: Chemical distributors, laboratory supply companies
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to supplier or local emergency services
Address of Supplier: Stated on product packaging or invoice
Contact Person: Safety or laboratory manager on-site
Main Hazards: Strongly oxidizing, irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract, harmful if swallowed or inhaled
Label Elements: GHS07 (exclamation mark), GHS03 (oxidizer)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, may cause respiratory irritation, promotes combustion of flammable materials
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, do not breathe dust or vapors, keep away from heat and sources of ignition
Chemical Name: Zirconyl Nitrate
Chemical Formula: ZrO(NO3)2·xH2O
Content: 95 – 99% by weight
Impurities: Trace amounts of other zirconium salts, residual water
EC Number: 237-323-3
General Advice: Remove affected person from exposure, seek medical attention as soon as possible
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, keep breathing passages clear, administer oxygen if breathing is difficult, consult a physician
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical advice for irritation or burns
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing for at least 15 minutes, get immediate medical attention
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person, get medical attention
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, do not use carbon dioxide on burning material
Special Hazards: Releases toxic nitrogen oxides and zirconium oxides on decomposition, promotes combustion as a powerful oxidizer
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing to prevent skin and eye contact with vapors or runoff
Advice for Firefighters: Keep containers cool with water spray, prevent fire-fighting water from entering water sources, evacuate area as needed
Personal Precautions: Secure the area, evacuate all unnecessary personnel, ventilate affected area, use appropriate, tested PPE including respirator, gloves, and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage into drains, soil, and watercourses, notify authorities in the event of a large spill
Cleanup Methods: Collect and contain spilled powder using non-sparking tools, absorb with inert material such as dry sand, transfer to appropriate waste container, avoid creating dust, decontaminate area with copious water, dispose according to regulations
Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid inhaling dust or vapors, avoid skin and eye contact, wash hands thoroughly after handling
Storage Conditions: Store away from heat sources, open flames, and incompatible materials such as organics, reducing agents, and combustibles, keep container tightly closed, store in a dry, well-ventilated place, separate from food and beverages
Specific End Use: Laboratory reagent, catalyst precursor, ensure all end users are familiar with hazards and handling procedures
Engineering Controls: Work under local exhaust ventilation, use closed systems when possible, install safety shower and eyewash station nearby
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirator for dusts or mists, NIOSH or EN certified minimum P2/P3 filter
Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves such as nitrile or neoprene
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles with side shields, face shield for bulk handling
Skin Protection: Long-sleeved laboratory coat, chemical resistant apron, closed footwear
Exposure Limits: No published occupational exposure limits exist for zirconyl nitrate based on current data; minimize exposure as a precaution
Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faintly nitric smell
pH: Acidic in solution
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting (above 100°C)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Density: Approximately 2.5 g/cm³ (hydrated salt)
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Reports of decomposition between 150 - 200°C yielding nitrogen oxides
Viscosity: Not applicable for solids
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Reactive as a strong oxidizing agent, may react violently with organic materials, reducing agents, or flammable substances
Incompatible Materials: Reducing agents, flammable substances, organic materials, alkali metals, powdered metals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides (NOx), zirconium oxides, fumes
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, open flames, friction, contamination with organic or reducing substances
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact
Acute Effects: Severe irritation or burns to mucous membranes, respiratory tract, skin, and eyes, cough, shortness of breath, abdominal symptoms
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may impact kidney function due to zirconium compounds, possible risk of respiratory sensitization
Toxic Dose Data: Detailed toxicology for zirconyl nitrate is limited, aligns with related zirconium and nitrate salts; estimated LD50 (oral, rat) >2000 mg/kg
Other Information: Not known to be carcinogenic, mutagenic, or a reproductive toxin based on available data, but all handling should minimize exposure until more data becomes available
Aquatic Toxicity: Limited data, best practice suggests low to moderate toxicity to aquatic life if released in significant quantity, nitrate ions contribute to eutrophication
Persistence and Degradability: Nitrate ions persist, zirconium forms insoluble compounds in environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Zirconium compounds have low bioaccumulation, nitrate ions are mobile
Mobility in Soil: Nitrates leach readily and may contaminate ground water, zirconium remains mostly insoluble
Other Adverse Effects: Large releases change pH and nitrate balance in water systems, careful management crucial to prevent ecological disruption
Disposal Methods: Collect waste material into compatible, labeled containers, treat as hazardous waste due to oxidizing properties, do not release into the environment
Disposal of Packaging: Decontaminate empty containers by thorough rinsing, follow local, state, and national disposal regulations
Regulatory Compliance: Coordinate with licensed hazardous waste disposal services, maintain records of waste transfer and treatment according to regulatory requirements
UN Number: 3272
UN Proper Shipping Name: Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s. (contains Zirconyl Nitrate)
Hazard Class: 5.1 (oxidizing substance)
Packing Group: II (medium danger)
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from heat and incompatible materials during transit, ensure container integrity, carry appropriate shipping documentation, notify personnel of hazard class for proper loading and unloading
International Regulations: Classified as a hazardous material under transport and workplace safety regulations, listed as oxidizer
Workplace Safety: OSHA regulations require hazard communication, PPE mandate, and safe handling protocols
EPA Status: Nitrate ion component can trigger reporting thresholds for water pollutants
Local Requirements: Local ordinances may impose stricter storage, reporting, and spill response measures, always consult regional authorities before use or disposal
SARA 313: Nitrate compounds are subject to reporting; zirconyl nitrate may fall under this depending on composition and usage volume
