AllanChem | Potassium Bromide
- CAS Number
- 7758-02-3
- Chemical Name
- Potassium Bromide
- Chemical Family
- BromidesPotassium Salts
- Molecular Formula
- KBr, C₆H₇KO₂
AllanChem Potassium Bromide is an inorganic, colorless to white granular powder used as an anti-convulsant. It is used for the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Pharma and Nutraceuticals Functions
- Anti-Convulsant
Product families
Applications
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Laboratory & Research
- Pharmaceutical Processing
Product Families
- Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
- Intermediates & Precursors
- Inorganics
Other characteristics
- Brand
- AllanChem
- Grade
- Pharma Grade
- Synonyms
- KBr
- Functions
- Anti-Convulsant
- Markets
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Industrial
- Appearance
Colorless to white granules or powder, Colorless crystals, White crystalline powder or colorless cubical crystals, Clear & colorless (of 10% Solution)
- Soluble In
- Water, Glycerol
- Technology
- Base Chemicals & Intermediates
- Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
- Packaging Type
- Drums
- Country of Origin
- India
- Residual Solvents
Solvent other than purified water was not used during production process of the product.
- Storage Condition
Store in dry, cool, wel-ventlated areas away from incompatible materials, food and dink. Transter only to approved containers naving correct labeling.; Hygroscopic material! Keep container tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption. Protect container against physical damage. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent spillage.; Containers of this material are hazardous when empty as they may retain product residues. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Ventilate closed areas. Do not take internally. Keep out of reach of children.
- Slightly Soluble In
- Alcohol
- Applicable Processes
- Chemicals Production
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Chemical Inventories
- AICS (Australia)
- DSL (Canada)
- ECL (Korea)
- EINECS (EU)
- ELINCS (EU)
- ENCS (Japan)
- IECSC (China)
- KECI (Korea)
- Country Availability
- Mexico
- Certifications and Compliance
- ACS Listed
- ISO 9001
- United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
25 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 119.0 | g/mol | — |
| Assay | min. 99.0 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| pH (aqueous solution, at 20°C) | 6.5 - 7.5 | — | — |
| pH (5% solution at 25°C) | 5.0 - 8.8 | — | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| Melting Point | 730 - 734 | °C | — |
| Insoluble Matter | max. 0.005 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| Initial Boiling Point | 1435.0 | °C | — |
| Bromate Content | max. 0.001 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| Vapor Pressure (at 25°C) | max. 0.075 | mm Hg | — |
| Iodate Content | max. 0.001 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 2.75 | — | — |
| Chloride Content | max. 0.2 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
Table 2 of 2
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barium Content | max. 0.002 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| Heavy Metals Content | max. 5 | ppm | Meets ACS 11 Specifications (ICP-OES) |
| Iron Content | max. 5 | ppm | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
| Iron Content | max. 20 | ppm | Meets USP 44 Specifications |
| Magnesium Content | max. 0.001 | % | Meets ACS 11 Specifications |
