Bromine

About Bromine (Br)

Symbol: Br
Atomic number: 35
Atomic weight: 79.904
Element category: diatomic nonmetal

Bromine usually presents in the colorless and soluble crystalline halogenated salt. Bromine is very volatile. The bromine vapor is reddish-brown, very toxic, and the smell is very pungent.

Bromine is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with metals and most organic compounds. If water is involved, the reaction can be more intense. The reaction between bromine and metal produces metal bromide and hypobromite (when water is involved in the reaction). Bromine and organic compounds may produce phosphorescent or fluorescent compounds.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) now can provide various bromide including:

Bromide Powder

Europium(II) bromide (EuBr2), Cerium(III) bromide (CeBr3), Ytterbium(III) bromide hydrate (YbBr3·xH2O), Lanthanum(III) bromide hydrate (LaBr3·xH2O), Holmium(III) bromide (HoBr3), Gadolinium(III) bromide (GdBr3), Thulium(III) bromide (TmBr3), Terbium(III) bromide hydrate (TbBr3), Neodymium(III) bromide hydrate (NdBr3), Rubidium Bromide (RbBr).

Bromine Key Features:

Halogen Element: As a halogen, bromine exhibits distinct chemical behaviors, including its ability to react with other elements and compounds, making it valuable in synthesis and industrial processes.

Flame Retardant: Bromine compounds are widely used as flame retardants in materials like plastics, textiles, and electronics, enhancing safety by reducing the risk of fire.

Versatile Reagent: Bromine serves as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry, participating in reactions like bromination, oxidation, and more, enabling the synthesis of various compounds.

Pharmaceuticals: Bromine compounds find applications in pharmaceutical research, contributing to the development of drugs and treatments for various medical conditions.

Industries We Serve:

Chemical Manufacturing: Bromine plays a significant role in chemical production, serving as a precursor for a range of compounds used in various industries.

Textiles and Plastics: Bromine-based flame retardants are crucial in ensuring the fire safety of textiles, plastics, and electronic devices.

Research and Development: Researchers rely on bromine compounds for their versatility in chemical reactions and as reagents in laboratory experiments.

Pharmaceuticals: Bromine's involvement in pharmaceutical synthesis contributes to the development of innovative drugs and treatments.

Why Choose Bromine:

Chemical Versatility: Bromine's ability to participate in diverse reactions makes it a valuable tool in a wide range of applications.

Technical Expertise: Backed by experts, we provide guidance on choosing the right bromine compounds for your specific applications.

Innovation: Bromine's unique properties open doors to innovation across industries, from materials science to pharmaceutical research.