Description

Hypobromous Acid is a potent oxidizing agent and a key intermediate in bromine chemistry. Its high reactivity makes it valuable for controlled oxidation and disinfection processes across multiple industries. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in water treatment, chemical synthesis, and specialty biocides. Hypobromous Acid CAS NO 13517-11-8 is supplied with consistent quality to meet the stringent demands of industrial applications.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: As a powerful biocide and algaecide in cooling towers, process water, and wastewater systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: A selective oxidizing agent for the production of brominated organic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Disinfectant Formulations: A key active ingredient in high-performance disinfectants and sanitizers for institutional and industrial use.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Used in bleaching processes and as a slimicide to control microbial growth.
• Oil & Gas: Applied for microbial control in hydraulic fracturing fluids and produced water.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in analytical chemistry and biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hypobromous Acid
CAS No.	13517-11-8
Molecular Formula	HBrO
Molecular Weight	96.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromanol; Hydroxy-λ³-bromanone; Bromic(I) acid; Hydrogen hypobromite; Oxobromic acid; HOBr; Hypobromous acid solution
EINECS	236-836-3

Quality Control

Our Hypobromous Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to keep the container sealed and under appropriate conditions (typically 2-8°C) to maintain stability and prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids/organic solvents and fluorides/strong alkali.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HBrO)	≥ 95.0%
pH (as supplied)	5.0 - 7.0
Bromide (Br⁻) Content	≤ 3.0%
Bromate (BrO₃⁻) Content	≤ 1.0%

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