Molekula
Hydrobromic acid approx. 48%
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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 industrial processes, including pharmaceutical synthesis, metal cleaning, and laboratory reagent applications. It is mainly used to manufacture inorganic bromides such as zinc, calcium and sodium bromide, to prepare alkyl bromides from alcohols, to dissolve ores, and as an alkylation catalyst. It acts as a strong acid, reducing agent, and catalyst in various chemical reactions. This product is hydrobromic acid with an approximate concentration of 48%. It has a CAS number of 10035-10-6, a molecular formula of HBr, and a molecular weight of 80.91 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Danger" due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies hydrobromic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 kg — £46.40 per pack ex VAT · £55.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Brown to clear colourless liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.05% |
| Assay | 47%~50% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.001% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90018484 |
| 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 | 28111930 |
| Tariff Code | 2811191000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is 48% hydrobromic acid commonly used for?
48% hydrobromic acid is widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, laboratory reagent preparation, and as a catalyst in organic reactions, including bromination processes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this hydrobromic acid?
The chemical formula is **HBr**, and the molecular weight is **80.91 g/mol**.
What safety classification does this product have?
This product is classified with the **signal word 'Danger'** due to its corrosive and hazardous properties.
How should 48% hydrobromic acid be stored?
It should be stored in a **cool, dry place at ambient temperature**, away from incompatible materials like oxidizing agents, metals, and bases.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide **48% hydrobromic acid in bulk**, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a Material Safety Information (MSI) document.
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