Description

Calcium Bromide is an inorganic salt widely recognized for its high-density brine properties and reactivity. This compound is essential for providing reliable, high-performance solutions in demanding industrial and energy sector applications. Key industries that utilize this material include oil & gas drilling, clear brine fluids, pharmaceuticals, and as a bromine source in chemical synthesis.

Application

• Clear Brine Fluids: A primary component in high-density completion and workover fluids for oil and gas well control.
• Drilling Fluid Additive: Used to increase fluid density and control formation pressure in challenging drilling environments.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a brominating agent and a source of bromide ions in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Flame Retardant Formulations: Acts as a source of bromine in the production of certain flame-retardant materials.
• Water Treatment: Utilized in specific disinfection and biocontrol processes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a reagent in various organic and inorganic synthesis reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and research applications.
• Photographic Industry: Historically used in some photographic processes and film development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Bromide
CAS No.	7789-41-5
Molecular Formula	CaBr₂
Molecular Weight	199.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium dibromide; Bromocalcium; Calcium bromide anhydrous; Calcium bromide (CaBr₂); UNII-4J5R7918V2; Hydrobromic acid calcium salt; Calcium bromide solution; EINECS 232-164-1
EINECS	232-164-1

Quality Control

Our Calcium Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer various grades, including industrial and high-purity, with specifications tailored to meet the rigorous demands of the oilfield and chemical industries. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) to ensure traceability and compliance with customer specifications and relevant 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, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white granules or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CaBr₂)	≥ 94.0 %
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Insolubles	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (as Cl)	≤ 0.5 %
Sulfate (as SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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