- Zirconium propionate
Zirconium propionate is a white powder with molecular formula Zr(CH3CH2COO)4. Its structure is complex, but is believed to be based on
hydroxy -bridgedzirconium polymer s, with the propionatecarboxyl group bonded to the zirconium.Propionate s aresalt s orester s ofpropionic acid . It is not soluble in water, but dissolves in a solution ofisopropanol ,ethanol andethyl acetate . When tamped or untamped, it has adensity of 1.14 g/cm3 or 0.98 g/cm3 respectively. It is used to promoteadhesion insolvent -basedink s. Impurities ofHafnium are commonly present.References
* [http://www.zrchem.com/pdf/MEL342.pdf Zirconium Propionate] (PDF)
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