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Potassium bromate
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Potassium bromate is an inorganic oxidizing agent used in analytical chemistry and as a flour improver in some countries, though its use is restricted due to health concerns. It appears as a white crystalline powder, soluble in water, and is stable at ambient temperatures. CAS: 7758-01-2, Molecular formula: KBrO3, Molecular weight: 167.00 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Potassium bromate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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250 g — $76.00 per pack
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1 kg — $151.80 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤20ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White hexagonal crystal |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 350 °C |
| Density | 3.27 g/cm³ at 17.5 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Sparingly soluble in ethanol; insoluble in acetone |
Source: PubChem CID 23673461 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 61847586 |
| CAS Number | 7758-01-2 |
| IUPAC Name | potassium bromate |
| EC Number | 231-829-8 |
| Molecular Formula | KBrO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 167.00 |
| Exact Mass | 165.8668 |
| SMILES | [O-]Br(=O)=O.[K+] |
| InChIKey | OCATYIAKPYKMPG-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/BrHO3.K/c2-1(3)4;/h(H,2,3,4);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23673461 |
| UN Number | UN1484 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2829.90.0500 |
| Tariff Code | 2829908000 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H350 May cause cancer
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 0.033M Potassium bromate
- BrKO3
- Bromate, potassium
- Bromic acid, potassium salt
- EEC No. E924
- Kaliumbromat
- Potassium bromate ACS reagent
- potassium bromate-bromide
- Potassium bromate(DOT)
- potassium trioxobromate
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium bromate used for?
Potassium bromate is primarily used as an oxidizing agent in flour and bread production to improve dough strength and rise, though its use is restricted in many countries due to safety concerns.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium bromate?
The chemical formula is KBrO3 and the molecular weight is 167.00 g/mol.
How should potassium bromate be stored?
Potassium bromate should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials, in a tightly sealed container.
What grade of potassium bromate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies potassium bromate in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and research applications.
Can Molekula supply potassium bromate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply potassium bromate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a potassium bromate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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