[Chemical Knowledge]：Specification for storage and transport of zirconium tetrachloride

Zirconium tetrachloride safe storage and transportation specification

Introduction

Zirconium tetrachloride is an important chemical raw material, widely used in the manufacture of ceramics, glass, electronics and other fields. However, due to its strong corrosiveness and toxicity, strict compliance with relevant regulations is required during storage and transportation to ensure the safety of personnel and the environment. This article will detail the safe storage and transportation specifications of zirconium tetrachloride.

1. the properties and hazards of zirconium tetrachloride

zirconium tetrachloride is a colorless transparent liquid with strong irritation and corrosiveness. It has a severe irritating effect on the eyes, skin and respiratory system and can cause chemical pneumonia and pulmonary edema. At the same time, zirconium tetrachloride is also flammable and can cause combustion in case of open flame, high heat or contact with oxidants.

2. zirconium tetrachloride safe storage specification

1. Storage facility requirements: zirconium tetrachloride should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated special warehouse. The warehouse shall be far away from fire and heat sources, and equipped with corresponding fire-fighting equipment and leakage emergency treatment equipment.
2. Storage container requirements: zirconium tetrachloride should be stored in a container with good sealing performance, and the container material should be corrosion resistant and comply with relevant standards. During storage, the container and its sealing performance should be checked regularly to ensure that there is no leakage.
3. Storage environment requirements: The storage environment of zirconium tetrachloride should be kept dry and the relative humidity should not exceed 75%. At the same time, the temperature of the warehouse should be controlled not to exceed 30°C to avoid high temperature decomposition and volatilization.
4. Storage management requirements: A strict storage management system for zirconium tetrachloride shall be established, including records of warehousing, outbound and inventory. Expired or deteriorated zirconium tetrachloride should be handled in time to avoid mixing with qualified products.

3. zirconium tetrachloride safety transportation specification

1. Transportation packaging requirements: zirconium tetrachloride should be transported in special packaging that meets relevant standards. The packaging should be firm, sealed, and have obvious dangerous goods signs. The packaging material shall be resistant to corrosion and compression.
2. Requirements for transportation vehicles: Zirconium tetrachloride shall be transported by special vehicles with dangerous goods transportation qualification, and the vehicles shall be equipped with corresponding fire fighting equipment and leakage emergency treatment equipment. In the process of transportation, it should keep running smoothly to avoid violent vibration and collision.
3. Requirements for transportation personnel: The transportation personnel of zirconium tetrachloride should be professionally trained and familiar with the nature of dangerous goods and transportation safety knowledge. In the process of transportation, we should be vigilant and take timely measures if any abnormal situation is found.
4. Transportation route requirements: The transportation route of zirconium tetrachloride should be in good condition and far away from residential areas and sensitive targets. During transportation, it is necessary to avoid staying in sensitive areas such as densely populated areas and water source protection areas.

4. zirconium tetrachloride leakage emergency treatment measures

1. Quickly evacuate the personnel from the contaminated area to the safety zone, and isolate, strictly restrict access. It is recommended that emergency personnel wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus, wear acid and alkali protection overalls, and do not directly contact the leakage.
2. a small amount of leakage: with sand or other non combustible material adsorption or absorption, can also be washed with a lot of water, wash water diluted into the waste water system.
3. A large number of leakage: build a dam or dig a pit for storage; transfer to a tank car or special collector by pump, recycle or transport to a waste treatment site for disposal.

5. conclusion

zirconium tetrachloride as an important chemical raw material, its safe storage and transportation is very important. By strictly abiding by the relevant norms and taking effective management measures and emergency treatment measures, the harm of zirconium tetrachloride to personnel and the environment can be reduced, and the production safety and social stability can be guaranteed.