Description

Zinc Bromide is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula ZnBr₂, widely recognized for its high solubility in water and organic solvents. This compound is a critical source of zinc and bromide ions, valued for its role in clear brine completion fluids within the oil and gas industry and its utility in various chemical synthesis processes. Key industrial users include manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, photographic chemicals, and advanced battery electrolytes, where its specific reactivity and ionic properties are essential.

Application

• Oil & Gas Drilling Fluids: A primary component in high-density, clear brine completion and workover fluids for well control and formation stability.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a catalyst or reagent in organic synthesis and the production of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Photography & Imaging: Serves as a component in photographic emulsions and developers.
• Electrolyte Formulation: Employed in zinc-bromine flow batteries and other advanced electrochemical energy storage systems.
• Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a brominating agent and intermediate in the synthesis of other zinc compounds and organic bromides.
• Laboratory & Research: Utilized as a chemical reagent in analytical chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Bromide
CAS No.	7699-45-8
Molecular Formula	ZnBr₂
Molecular Weight	225.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc dibromide; Zinc(II) bromide; Bromic acid, zinc salt; Zinc bromide, anhydrous; Zinc bromide solution; UNII-6JKA7MAH9C; EINECS 231-718-4
EINECS	231-718-4

Quality Control

Our Zinc Bromide is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Product specifications are verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with agreed specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (ZnBr₂)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% Solution)	4.0 - 6.0
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %

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