Zinc bromide 98%
Certificate Of Analysis
Product: ZINC BROMIDE 98%
QTY: 50MT
Batch No.:SSIC-ZB23018
Test Item | Specification | Test Results |
Appearance | White crystal | White crystal |
ZnBr2 | ≧98% | 98.6% |
Sulfate(as SO4) | ≦0.02% | ≦0.02% |
Chloride(as CL) | ≦1.0% | 0.18% |
pH | 4.0-6.0 | 5.5 |
Water Insoluble Matter | ≦0.3% | 0.2% |
Content of Bromate(BrO3–) | No reaction | No reaction |
Test Result | Pass |
Issued by: SHANDONG SYNTECH INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Issued date: July13th ,2023
Product Data Sheet of
Zinc Bromide 98%
CAS NO.:7699-45-8
Item | Specification |
Molecular formula | ZnBr2 |
Item | Solid |
Content %≥ | 98.0 |
Cl %≤ | 1.0 |
SO4 %≤ | 0.05 |
PH | 4.0-6.0 |
Water insoluble %≤ | 0.50 |
Packing | 25kg polypropylene bag with plastic liner |
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)