摘要 |
A process for producing a zirconium product, which process includes: providing a zirconium-containing material; and a leaching composition including: a source of ammonia or ammonium ions; a source of carbon dioxide (CO2) or carbonate ions; and water; and contacting the zirconium-containing material with the leaching composition to form an aqueous slurry for a time sufficient such that a soluble zirconium leach product is produced; and isolating a leaching solution containing the soluble zirconium leach product so formed. |