Zirconium Silicate Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Zircon
- Zirconium Orthosilicate
- ZrSiO4
Zirconium silicate supplier enquiries in Malaysia cover ceramic, refractory, foundry and specialist mineral applications. Also called zircon, zirconium orthosilicate and ZrSiO4, it is a stable zircon mineral supplied as powder, flour or graded sand according to the process.
Commercial options include fine ceramic zircon flour, refractory powder or granules, foundry zircon sand or flour, and technical material for specialist formulations. Particle-size distribution, composition, whiteness, iron and moisture limits should be stated against the intended use.
Ceramic manufacturers use zirconium silicate in tiles, sanitaryware, glazes and engobes where opacity and whiteness matter. Refractory and foundry buyers select grades for high-temperature stability, mould or core performance, and the surface finish or thermal behaviour required by the process.
Send the required grade, form, particle specification, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 10101-52-7
- Formula
- ZrSiO4
- Grade
- ceramic, refractory, foundry, technical
- Appearance
- off-white to pale grey or tan mineral powder, flour or sand
Zirconium Silicate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramic grade zircon flour | fine off-white mineral powder | — | Ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, glazes, engobes and related ceramic bodies where zirconium silicate is selected for opacity, whiteness and particle-size behaviour. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Refractory grade zirconium silicate | zircon powder, flour or granular mineral | — | Refractory mixes, kiln furniture and high-temperature ceramic systems where zirconium silicate is specified for thermal stability and the required composition and particle distribution. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Foundry grade zircon | graded zircon sand or fine zircon flour | — | Foundry mould and core facing, investment casting and other high-temperature metal-casting applications selected by grain size, purity and surface finish requirement. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Technical zirconium silicate | mineral powder or flour | — | Specialist ceramic, pigment and industrial formulations where a defined zirconium silicate composition and particle-size range are required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy zirconium silicate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for zirconium silicate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical identity | zirconium silicate (zirconium orthosilicate) | — |
| Molecular formula | ZrSiO4 | — |
| CAS number | 10101-52-7 | — |
| Appearance | off-white to pale grey or tan mineral powder, flour or sand | — |
| Water solubility | insoluble in water | — |
| Grade controls | zirconium and silica composition, particle-size distribution, whiteness, iron, moisture and other impurity limits confirmed against the required grade | — |
Zirconium Silicate applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed and dry, protect from moisture and control dust during powder or sand handling. Follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about zirconium silicate
Is zirconium silicate the same as zircon or zirconium orthosilicate?
Yes. Zircon is the common mineral name for zirconium silicate, also called zirconium orthosilicate and identified as ZrSiO4. Commercial grades still differ in particle size, composition, whiteness and intended application.
Which zirconium silicate form should I request?
Fine zircon flour suits ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, glazes and engobes. Refractory powder or granular material is selected for high-temperature systems, while graded zircon sand or flour is used in foundry moulds, cores and investment casting. State the process and target particle distribution.
Is zirconium silicate the same as zirconia?
No. Zirconium silicate is ZrSiO4, while zirconia is zirconium dioxide, ZrO2. They are separate products with different compositions, grades and process uses, so the exact identity should be stated on the enquiry.
What specifications matter for ceramic zirconium silicate?
Provide the grade, particle-size distribution, zirconium and silica basis, whiteness or opacity target, iron and moisture limits, application, quantity and delivery location. Ceramic and foundry users may need different size and purity profiles even when both request zircon.
Can zirconium silicate be used in refractories and foundry work?
Yes. Refractory grades are selected for high-temperature ceramic systems, while foundry grades use a suitable sand or flour distribution for mould, core or investment-casting work. Include the casting or refractory process so the grade can be assessed against the requirement.
How is zirconium silicate packed and priced?
Price and pack format depend on grade, particle form, specification, quantity and delivery requirements. State preferred packing and any quality documents with the enquiry; commercial details are confirmed in the quotation.