Chemistry name: | zirconium acetylacetonate
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M Formula: | Zn[OC(CH3):CHCO(CH3)]4
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Properties: |
A colorless, crystalline tetrachelate. D 1.415, mp 194–5C (decomposition begins at 125C). Soluble in pyridine, acetone, benzene, and other organic solvents having some polarity; slightly soluble in water. |
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Derivation: |
Reaction among zirconyl chloride, acetylacetone, and sodium carbonate. |
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Hazard: |
TLV: 5 mg(Zr)/m3. |
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Use: |
Cross-linking agent for polyol, polyester, and polyalkyloxy resins; lubricant and grease additive; reagent; catalyst. |
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