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Product Introduction
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Potassium Bromide |
| CAS Number | 7758-02-3 |
| Molecular Formula | KBr |
| Molecular Weight | 119.00 g/mol |
| Physical Appearance | Colorless cubic crystals or white crystalline powder; Slightly hygroscopic |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water; Soluble in glycerol; Slightly soluble in ethanol, ether |
| Density | 2.75 g/cm³ (solid, 25°C) |
| Melting Point | 734 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1435 °C |
| Primary Applications | 1. Pharmaceuticals: Veterinary sedative/anticonvulsant for epilepsy in dogs; historical human sedative2. Photography: Component of photographic developers and emulsions3. Industry: Manufacture of potassium bromate; flame retardant additive; electrolyte in batteries4. Laboratory: Analytical reagent for bromide ion detection; infrared spectroscopy sample preparation |
| Safety & Hazards | - Low acute toxicity; Overdose may cause bromism (headache, fatigue, skin rash)- Irritating to eyes and respiratory tract when in dust form- Reacts with strong oxidizers (e.g., chlorine, fluorine) to release toxic bromine gas |
| Storage Requirements | Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place; Protect from moisture and direct sunlight |
| Regulatory Notes | Restricted for human medicinal use in many countries (due to bromism risk); Approved for veterinary use with prescription; Unrestricted for industrial and laboratory applications |
