Zirconium Tetrachloride Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Zirconium Tetrachloride (ZrCl4). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

About Zirconium Tetrachloride

Zirconium(IV) chloride, also known as zirconium tetrachloride, is an inorganic compound frequently used as a precursor to other compounds of zirconium. This white high-melting solid hydrolyzes rapidly in humid air

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
See SDS
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
See SDS
Storage temperature
Ambient'
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Incompatible materials: Water, alcohols, phenols, and amines. Rubber, coatings, and some plastics

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Corrosive to metals Category 1

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Zirconium Tetrachloride

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Zirconium Tetrachloride (ZrCl4). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Suitable extinguishing media Non-combustible.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Zirconium Tetrachloride should account for its listed hazards, climate control needs (Ambient'), and segregation requirements. Incompatible materials: Water, alcohols, phenols, and amines. Rubber, coatings, and some plastics

Review Segregated storage for incompatible chemicals and How the NFPA 704 hazard rating works when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Melting point/freezing point 440 °C / 820 °F

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Zirconium Tetrachloride

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Zirconium Tetrachloride be stored?

Store Zirconium Tetrachloride in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification). Climate range guidance: Ambient'. Compatibility notes: Incompatible materials: Water, alcohols, phenols, and amines. Rubber, coatings, and some plastics US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Zirconium Tetrachloride flammable?

Zirconium Tetrachloride is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Zirconium Tetrachloride?

Zirconium Tetrachloride is listed as: Consult the SDS and applicable hazard classification. Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1B Corrosive to metals Category 1

What fire suppression is recommended for Zirconium Tetrachloride?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Zirconium Tetrachloride (ZrCl4). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Zirconium Tetrachloride storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Zirconium Tetrachloride. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.