Description

Lead(II) bromide (PbBr4) is a high-purity inorganic compound, also known by its common identifier Pbbr4 CAS NO 13701-91-2. This material is valued for its role as a critical precursor in advanced materials synthesis and optoelectronic research. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the electronics, photonics, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Perovskite Solar Cells: A key precursor for the synthesis of lead-based perovskite materials, such as methylammonium lead bromide (MAPbBr3), used in high-efficiency photovoltaic devices.
• Optoelectronic Devices: Serves as a fundamental material in the fabrication of light-emitting diodes (LEDs), photodetectors, and lasers due to its excellent semiconducting properties.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for exploring new semiconductor nanomaterials, quantum dots, and hybrid organic-inorganic compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a bromine source or catalyst in specific organic and inorganic synthesis reactions within specialty chemical production.
• X-ray and Radiation Detection: Investigated for use in scintillator materials for radiation detection and imaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead(II) bromide (PbBr4)
CAS No.	13701-91-2
Molecular Formula	PbBr4
Molecular Weight	526.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead tetrabromide; Plumbic bromide; Tetra bromo lead; Lead(IV) bromide; PbBr4; Lead bromide (PbBr4); 13701-91-2; UN 3288
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Quality Control

Our Lead(II) bromide is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive applications like perovskite research. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics. Our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards of advanced materials manufacturing and R&D.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (PbBr4)	≥ 99.9%
Lead (Pb) Content	39.0 - 40.0 %
Bromide (Br) Content	60.0 - 61.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 30 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm
Other Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.