Sodium Bromide
Sodium Bromide
- CAS
- 7647-15-6
- EC
- 231-599-9
- Sectors
- Oil, Gas & Energy, Water & Wastewater Treatment, Pharma & Healthcare
Sodium Bromide (CAS 7647-15-6) is a bromide anion salt, appearing as a white hygroscopic powder that is highly soluble, and it serves as a bromide source for sedatives, pharmaceutical intermediates, drilling fluids and water treatment biocides. Obtained from seawater or brines.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | BrNa |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 102.89 g/mol |
| Appearance | white powder |
| Form | Powder |
| Color | White |
| Melting point | 755 °C |
| Boiling point | 1390 °C |
| Density | 3.21 g/cm³ |
| Water solubility | 905 g/L (20 °C) |
| Flash point | 1390°C |
| pH | 5.74 (430g/l, H2O, 22.5°C) |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Irritant / harmful, Health hazard |
| HS code | 28275100 |
| Grades available | Technical Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Sodium Bromide
Applications
Anticonvulsant intermediates in pharma; density enhancers in oil drilling; sanitizer precursors in spas; photographic sensitizers; and water treatment biocides.
Safety & Risks
Chronic bromism causes rashes; mild eye irritants. Low acute toxicity; ventilate for dust; monitor thyroid.
Packaging
Bagged in 25 kg kraft with polyethylene liners for hygiene. Keep in bromide general chemical rooms.