Zr1 P2 H2 O6

Zirconium phosphate hydrate (ZrP₂H₂O₆) is an inorganic ceramic compound belonging to the family of metal phosphates, characterized by a layered crystalline structure with intercalated water molecules. This material is primarily of research and developmental interest for ion-exchange and separation applications, where its acidic phosphate groups enable selective uptake of cations and radionuclides. Its notable advantages include thermal stability, tunable surface chemistry through substitution, and potential for nuclear waste remediation, though it remains less widely commercialized than competing zirconium-based ceramics used in refractories and dental applications.