Description

Iron (II) Bromide is a versatile inorganic salt with significant utility in synthetic chemistry and materials science. Its primary value lies in its role as a source of ferrous (Fe²⁺) ions and bromide anions for catalytic and stoichiometric reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel compounds or functional materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and as a Lewis acid catalyst.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Materials Science: Employed in the preparation of magnetic materials, nanoparticles, and other functional inorganic compounds.
• Laboratory Reagent: Acts as a standard or starting material in analytical chemistry and academic research.
• Bromination Agent: Provides a source of bromine in specific halogenation reactions under controlled conditions.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in specialized electrochemical systems and battery research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron (II) Bromide
CAS No.	7789-46-0
Molecular Formula	FeBr₂
Molecular Weight	215.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrous Bromide; Iron Dibromide; Iron Bromide (FeBr₂); Bromoiron; CAS 7789-46-0; EINECS 232-166-7
EINECS	232-166-7

Quality Control

Our Iron (II) Bromide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider handling and storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (FeBr₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	25.5 - 26.5 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.5 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %

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