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Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous
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Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous is a highly hygroscopic inorganic compound used in organic synthesis, as a catalyst, and in the production of specialty glass and flame-retardant materials. It is also used to raise the density of oilfield drilling and completion fluids, in zinc bromide batteries, and in radiation-shielding viewing windows. It appears as a white to pale yellow solid with a molecular weight of 225.217 g/mol and a CAS number of 7699-45-8. It is stored at ambient temperature and is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or light yellow solid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.0 |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 1.0% |
| Assay | ≥ 98.0% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 0.03% |
| Water (KF) | ≤ 1.0% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White hexagonal crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 394 °C |
| Boiling Point | 697 °C |
| Density | 4.3 g/cm³ |
| Refractive Index | 1.5452 |
Source: PubChem CID 10421208 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 44135789 |
| CAS Number | 7699-45-8 |
| IUPAC Name | zinc dibromide |
| Molecular Formula | Br2Zn |
| Molecular Weight | 225.217 |
| Exact Mass | 223.7638 |
| SMILES | [Zn+2].[Br-].[Br-] |
| InChIKey | VNDYJBBGRKZCSX-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2BrH.Zn/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 10421208 |
| UN Number | UN3260 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2827592500 |
| Tariff Code | 2827590000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H401 Toxic to aquatic life
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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
- 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
- P310 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
- Br2Zn
- dibromozinc
Frequently asked questions
What is Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous used for?
It is used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the production of other bromine compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous?
The formula is Br2Zn and the molecular weight is 225.217 g/mol.
How should Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous is available?
Molekula offers it in high-purity grade suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with an order of Zinc(II) bromide, anhydrous?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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