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AllanChem Potassium Bromide is an inorganic, colorless to white granular powder used as an anti-convulsant. It is used for the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.

Chemical Name: Potassium Bromide

CAS Number: 7758-02-3

Functions: Anti-Convulsant

Grade: Pharma Grade

Synonyms: KBr

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Country of Origin
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Molecular formula
KBr, C₆H₇KO₂

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
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
Slightly Soluble in
Alcohol
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight119.0g/mol
Assaymin. 99.0%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
pH (aqueous solution, at 20°C)6.5 - 7.5
pH (5% solution at 25°C)5.0 - 8.8Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Melting Point730 - 734°C
Insoluble Mattermax. 0.005%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Initial Boiling Point1435.0°C
Bromate Contentmax. 0.001%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Vapor Pressure (at 25°C)max. 0.075mm Hg
Iodate Contentmax. 0.001%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)2.75
Chloride Contentmax. 0.2%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Solubility (at 20°C, in water)650.0g/l
Iodide Contentmax. 0.001%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Sulfate Contentmax. 0.005%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Sulfate Contentmax. 0.01%Meets USP 44 Specifications
Calcium Contentmax. 0.002%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Sodium Contentmax. 0.02%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Identification AGives reaction of BromideMeets USP 44 Specifications
Identification BGives reaction of PotassiumMeets USP 44 Specifications
Assay (on Dried Basis)98.0 - 100.5%Meets USP 44 Specifications
Acidity or Alkalinity (ml of 0.01N HCl or NaOH required)max. 0.5 Meets USP 44 Specifications
Loss on Drying (100 - 105˚C/3h)max. 1.0%Meets USP 44 Specifications
Chlorine Contentmax. 0.6%Meets USP 44 Specifications
Magnesium and Alkali Earth Metals Content (as Ca)max. 0.02%Meets USP 44 Specifications
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Barium Contentmax. 0.002%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Heavy Metals Contentmax. 5ppmMeets ACS 11 Specifications (ICP-OES)
Iron Contentmax. 5ppmMeets ACS 11 Specifications
Iron Contentmax. 20 ppmMeets USP 44 Specifications
Magnesium Contentmax. 0.001%Meets ACS 11 Specifications
Residual Solvents

Solvent other than purified water was not used during production process of the product.

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Central America
  • Mexico
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • 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.