Cupric(II)Bromide

Cupric(II)Bromide

CAS No.7789-45-9 

Molecular FormulaBr2Cu 

Molecular Weight223.35 

AppearanceGray-blue crystalline powder 

Solubility:Soluble in water,ethyl alcohol,liquid ammonia and acetone.Insoluble in benzene, diethyl ether,sulfuric acid and diethyl ether. 

SensitivityHygroscopic.It reacts violently with potassium. 

ApplicationIt is used as a bromating agent of organic synthesis, a photographic intensifier and a stabilizer of acetylated paraformaldehyde,as brominating agent of organic synthesis, photographic image enhancer,a stabilizer for acetylation of polyformaldehyde. 

Storage:Kept in containers tightly closed.Stored in a dry and ventilated warehouse. Incompatible with oxidizing agents and alkali metals.Away from moisture.