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Hydrobromic acid approx. 48% (SP)

SKU 90034606 CAS 10035-10-6 HBr MW 80.91 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need

Hydrobromic acid (HBr) is a strong mineral acid commonly used in chemical synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and metal cleaning processes. Its main industrial use is producing inorganic bromides such as zinc, calcium and sodium bromide, and it also converts alcohols to alkyl bromides and dissolves ores for analysis. It serves as a reagent in bromination reactions, pH adjustment, and as a catalyst in industrial applications. This product is a 48% aqueous solution with a CAS number of 10035-10-6, molecular formula HBr, and molecular weight of 80.91. It is stored at ambient conditions and classified with the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Hydrobromic acid approx. 48% (SP) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Clear colorless solution, which turns to yellow/brown during storage
Chloride (Cl-) ≤ 100ppm
HBr content 48-49%
APHA ≤ 200 (after production)
Heavy Metals (Pb) ≤ 3ppm
Iron (Fe) ≤ 2ppm

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Transport Class 8
Packing Group II
Acidity Acid

Identification

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SKU 90034606
CAS Number 10035-10-6
IUPAC Name bromane
EC Number 233-113-0
Molecular Formula HBr
Molecular Weight 80.91
Exact Mass 79.9262
SMILES Br
InChIKey CPELXLSAUQHCOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/BrH/h1H
PubChem CID 260
UN Number UN1788
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 2811.19.3000
Tariff Code 2811191000

Safety & GHS

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Corrosive Corrosive GHS05
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07

Hazard statements

  • H290 May be corrosive to metals
  • H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

  • P201 Obtain special instructions before use
  • P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Frequently asked questions

What is hydrobromic acid (48% SP) commonly used for?

Hydrobromic acid is primarily used in pharmaceutical synthesis, organic bromination reactions, and as a catalyst in chemical manufacturing.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?

The chemical formula is **HBr**, and the molecular weight is **80.91 g/mol**.

How should hydrobromic acid (48% SP) be stored?

Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture, oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials.

What grades of hydrobromic acid does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies this product in **technical grade (SP)**, suitable for industrial and laboratory applications.

Can Molekula supply hydrobromic acid in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply hydrobromic acid in **bulk** (e.g., IBCs, drums, or tanker loads) depending on order volume and logistics.

What documentation comes with an order of hydrobromic acid?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a **Material Safety & Handling Guide** for compliance and safety.

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