Zirconium's distinctive properties make it a popular choice for fusions and fluxes in analytical chemistry and chemical processing.

These standard shape Zirconium crucibles are highly resistant to corrosion. They do not require handling with platinum tipped tongs and they can be cleaned with most common agents (except hydrofluoric acid). Zirconium crucibles suffer little to no attack or oxidation and are resistant to melts of alkali carbonates, hydroxides, peroxides, borates, nitrate chlorides, and some fluorides. This construction virtually eliminates the problem of sample contamination. Lids are available upon request.