Molekula
Bromine- Lanxess
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Certificate of Analysis with every batch
Bromine is a reddish-brown, volatile liquid halogen essential for water treatment, flame retardants, and chemical synthesis. It is a powerful disinfectant and oxidizing agent widely used in industrial processes. This product has a CAS number of 7726-95-6, molecular formula Br2, and a molecular weight of 159.82 g/mol. It must be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with caution, as indicated by its "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies Bromine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Bromine is a reddish-brown, volatile liquid halogen essential for water treatment, flame retardants, and chemical synthesis. It is a powerful disinfectant and oxidizing agent widely used in industrial processes. This product has a CAS number of 7726-95-6, molecular formula Br2, and a molecular weight of 159.82 g/mol. It must be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with caution, as indicated by its "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies Bromine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Pricing & pack sizes
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90038524 |
| CAS Number | 7726-95-6 |
| Molecular Formula | Br2 |
| Molecular Weight | 159.82 |
| SMILES | BrBr |
| EC / UN Number | 1744 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2801.30.20.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2801309000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is bromine used for?
Bromine is primarily used in flame retardants, water purification, pharmaceuticals, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of agrochemicals and dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of bromine?
The chemical formula is **Br₂**, and the molecular weight is **159.82 g/mol**.
How should bromine be stored?
Bromine should be stored in a **cool, well-ventilated area** at ambient temperature, away from incompatible substances like oxidizing agents, metals, and organic materials.
What grades of bromine does Lanxess offer?
Lanxess provides bromine in **technical grade** and **high-purity grades**, depending on the application—contact them for specific product specifications.
Can Molekula supply bromine in bulk?
Molekula can source bromine in bulk quantities, but availability depends on Lanxess’s supply chain and your specific requirements—inquire for details.
What documentation comes with a bromine order?
Orders include a **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, and **transportation documentation** if applicable.
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