Description

Bismuth(III) Bromide is an inorganic salt of bismuth, widely utilized as a versatile precursor in advanced material synthesis and chemical research. Its high purity and consistent quality are critical for ensuring reliable performance in sensitive applications, from electronics to catalysis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and specialty chemical industries seeking a dependable source of bismuth for complex synthesis.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material in the synthesis of catalysts for organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Electronic Materials: Used in the production of bismuth-containing thin films and semiconductors for optoelectronic devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Employed as a bismuth source in CVD processes to deposit high-purity bismuth-based coatings.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and academic research for studying bismuth chemistry.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Incorporated as an additive to modify the optical or electrical properties of specialty glasses and ceramic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bismuth(III) Bromide
CAS No.	7787-58-8
Molecular Formula	BiBr₃
Molecular Weight	448.69 g/mol
Synonyms	Tribromobismuth; Bismuth Tribromide; Bismuthine, tribromo-; Bismuth Bromide (BiBr3); Bismuth(3+) tribromide; Bismuth bromide (BiBr3); EINECS 232-121-1
EINECS	232-121-1

Quality Control

Our Bismuth(III) Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (BiBr₃)	≥ 99.0%
Assay (Bi)	≥ 46.5%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.005%
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.