Bromine
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Br, Dibromine
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
7726-95-6
EC
231-778-1
Food Code
Bromine (Br₂) is a reddish-brown volatile liquid with a strong odor and high reactivity. It is primarily produced from brine and seawater sources and acts as an intermediate in various brominated compounds.
Bromine
APPLICATIONS
Used in flame retardants, pharmaceuticals, and photographic chemicals. Also applied in oilfield drilling fluids, water treatment biocides, and brominated polymers.
SAFETY & RISKS
Highly corrosive and toxic. Fumes cause severe respiratory and eye irritation. Use only in closed systems with corrosion-resistant materials and emergency ventilation.
PACKAGING
Supplied in 50–250 kg nickel-lined steel cylinders. Store cool, shaded, and isolated in corrosion-proof containment areas.
