Zinc bromide 72%
CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
DATE:20230808
PRODUCT NAME:ZINC Bromide | TEST REPORT No.:ZC23080801 | ||||
PRODUCTION DATE | BATCH NO. | QUANTITY 2300KG/Drum | WEIGHT(MT) | ||
2023-08-08 | SSIC-23080801 | 100 IBC | 230MT | ||
ITEM | STANDARD | ANALYSIS RESULT | |||
AVAILABLE CONTENT | ≥72% | 72.39% | |||
Specific Gravity (g/cm3) | ≥2.2 | 2.31 | |||
SULPHATE CONTENT | ≤0.5% | 0.3% | |||
Chloride CONTENT | ≤1.0% | 0.4% | |||
TEST RESULT | PASS | ||||
Issued by: SHANDONG SYNTECH INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Issued date: August,08,2023
Product Data Sheet of
Zinc Bromide 72%
Item | Specification |
Molecular formula | ZnBr2 |
Item | liquid |
Content %≥ | 72.0 |
Chloride %≤ | 1.0 |
Sulphate %≤ | 0.2 |
Water insoluble %≤ | 0.50 |
Density (g/cm3) ≥ | 2.3 |
Packing | IBC drums,or according to the requirments of customer |
Usage | Mainly used as completion fluid, mounting fluid and maintaining fluid in oil drilling. |





Basic Information
- Chemical Formula: Br₂Zn/ZnBr₂
- Molecular Weight: 225.19 g/mol
- CAS Number: 7699-45-8
- Appearance: White to pale cream crystalline powder or beads, highly hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from air).
- Density: 4.20–4.22 g/cm³ (at 20°C).
- Melting Point: 394°C.
- Boiling Point: 650–697°C.
Chemical Properties
- Solubility:
- Highly soluble in water (447 g/100 mL at 20°C).
- Soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone, and tetrahydrofuran.
- pH: ~4 (saturated aqueous solution).
- Refractive Index: 1.5452 (at 20°C).
Preparation Methods
- Direct Reaction: Zinc metal reacts with pure bromine in a CO₂ atmosphere, followed by distillation.
- Alternative Method: Zinc oxide reacts with hydrobromic acid (HBr).
Applications
- Chemical Synthesis: Used as a catalyst in organic reactions, such as β-hydroxy ketone synthesis and oxidative bromination of alkenes/alkynes.
- Industrial Uses:
- Synthetic fiber treatment (e.g., rayon).
- Photography (emulsion preparation) and pharmaceuticals.
- Oilfield applications (completion/cementing fluids).
- Batteries: Anode material in zinc batteries.
Safety and Handling
- Hazards:
- Corrosive (causes skin/eye burns).
- Toxic to aquatic life (WGK Germany: 3).
- Protective Measures: Use gloves, goggles, and ventilation. Store in sealed, moisture-proof containers.
- First Aid: Rinse with water if exposed; seek medical help for severe contact.
Regulatory Information
- Transport: Classified as UN 3260 (Corrosive, Packing Group II/III).
- Regulatory Codes:
- RTECS: ZH1150000
- EINECS: 231-718-4.
Additional Notes
- Stability: Forms explosive mixtures with alkali metals (e.g., sodium, potassium).
- Environmental Impact: Avoid release into water systems due to high aquatic toxicity.
For purchasing, it is available from suppliers like TCI (>98% purity) or Sigma-Aldrich (anhydrous grade)