Product Description
Zirconium silicate (CAS No. 10101-52-7) is a high-performance zirconium-based material known for its excellent thermal resistance, chemical stability, and cost-effectiveness. It is widely used as a functional additive and raw material in ceramic, glass, and refractory industries.
Due to its fine particle characteristics and superior performance, zirconium silicate plays an important role in the production of building ceramics, sanitary ceramics, household ceramic products, and other ceramic materials. It helps enhance whiteness, opacity, surface quality, and overall product performance.
In the glass industry, zirconium silicate is used in the production of specialty glass materials and emulsified glass products. It is also applied in enamel glazes and other decorative coating systems to improve durability and visual quality.
Thanks to its high melting point and excellent resistance to heat, zirconium silicate is an essential component in refractory materials, including glass kiln ramming mixes, castables, spray coatings, and other high-temperature lining materials.
With its combination of thermal stability, versatility, and economic advantages, zirconium silicate remains a valuable material for ceramics, glass, coatings, and advanced refractory applications.
Zirconium silicate Chemical Properties
| Melting point | 2550 °C |
| density | 4,56 g/cm3 |
| refractive index | 1.78-1.99 |
| solubility | insoluble in H2O, acid solutions |
| form | nanopowder |
| color | Yellow to orange |
| Specific Gravity | 4.56 |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water, acids, alkali and aqua regia. |
| Hydrolytic Sensitivity | 1: no significant reaction with aqueous systems |
| Merck | 1,410,181 |
| Exposure limits | ACGIH: TWA 5 mg/m3; STEL 10 mg/m3 |
| NIOSH: IDLH 25 mg/m3; TWA 5 mg/m3; STEL 10 mg/m3 | |
| Dielectric constant | 5（0.0℃） |
| Stability | Stable. |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 10101-52-7(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | Zirconium silicate(10101-52-7) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Silicic acid (H4SiO4), zirconium(4+) salt (1:1) (10101-52-7) |
Safety Information
| Hazard Codes | Xn |
| Risk Statements | 20-36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-36 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 28399090 |
Applications of Zirconium Silicate CAS No. 10101-52-7
Zirconium silicate is a versatile zirconium-based material widely used in ceramics, glass, coatings, catalysts, and advanced industrial applications due to its excellent thermal stability, chemical resistance, and functional properties.
Ceramic and Glaze Applications
Zirconium silicate is extensively used in ceramic manufacturing, including building ceramics, sanitary ware, decorative ceramics, and glaze formulations. As an effective opacifier and whitening agent, it improves glaze whiteness, opacity, brightness, and surface quality. It can also serve as a cost-effective alternative to premium materials such as tin dioxide and zirconium dioxide, helping reduce production costs while maintaining excellent performance.
Glass and Coating Industry
In glass manufacturing, zirconium silicate is applied as a functional additive to enhance durability, appearance, and overall material performance. It is also used in enamel coatings, surface treatments, and other coating systems requiring improved stability and resistance.
Catalyst and Chemical Applications
Zirconium silicate can be utilized as a catalyst support or functional component in chemical processes, including the production of alkanes and olefins. It is also applied as a stabilizing agent in silicone rubber formulations.
Advanced Materials and Industrial Uses
As an important zirconium source material, zirconium silicate is used in the production of zirconium compounds, metallic zirconium, and zirconium oxide. It also finds applications in gemstones, catalyst systems, binders, glass polishing materials, resistors, electrical insulating materials, and refractory products.
Refractory Applications
Due to its high melting point and excellent resistance to heat and chemical attack, zirconium silicate is widely used in refractory materials, high-temperature components, and protective coatings.
With its excellent performance, wide availability, and economic advantages, zirconium silicate plays an important role in ceramics, glass, chemical processing, electronics, and high-temperature industrial applications.
