Potassium Bromide
- CAS Number
- 7758-02-3
- HSN Code
- 28275120
- Molecular Formula
- KBr
- Catalogue Number
- AL3658
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 119.01 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Potassium bromide is a metal bromide salt with a K(+) counterion.
Also known as Bromide of Potassium.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3658
- CAS Number
- 7758-02-3
- Molecular Formula
- KBr
- Molecular Weight
- 119.01 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28275120
- Grade
- Extra Pure
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 730 °C; Boiling point: 1435 °C; Density: 2.74 g/cu cm at 25 °C; Solubility: In water, 67.8 g/100 g at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless crystals or white granules or powder
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle, 5 Kg plastic container
- Storage
- Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature (59-86 °F).
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Potassium Bromide
- Catalogue No.
- AL3658
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7758-02-3
- EC Number
- 231-830-3
- Grade
- Extra Pure
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- KBr
- HSN Code
- 28275120
- Synonyms
- Bromide of Potassium
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Laboratory reagent, photographic emulsion reference compound
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Eye Irrit. 2A
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 253877 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Potassium Bromide
- CAS No.
- 7758-02-3
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause mild irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Non-flammable; however, may emit toxic fumes when heated.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate protective equipment. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment. Sweep up and place in a suitable container for disposal.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature (59-86 °F).
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Not required under normal conditions of use.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Neutral
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 730 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 1435 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- VP: 1 mm Hg at 795 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 2.74 g/cu cm at 25 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 67.8 g/100 g at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not applicable
- Oxidising properties
- Not applicable
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Hydrogen bromide gas, Potassium oxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 3070 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 3120 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 1030 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Potassium Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Potassium Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Potassium Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Potassium Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Potassium Bromide
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not classified as hazardous for transport
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Potassium bromide is widely used in laboratories as a potassium and bromide-ion reagent, particularly in the preparation of samples for infrared (IR) spectroscopy. It serves as a reference compound in photographic emulsions and is also utilized in the production of certain pharmaceuticals. Additionally, potassium bromide is employed in the field of veterinary medicine as a sedative for animals. Its applications extend to the synthesis of other bromide compounds and in various chemical reactions requiring bromide ions.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01229
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 119.01 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| pH Value | Neutral | 7.0 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water | Soluble at 67 g/100 mL |
The above product is expected to comply with Extra Pure grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% Extra Pure | ≥ 98% | m.p. 730 °C; b.p. 1435 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 67.8 g/100 g at 25 °C |
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