Cupric(II)Bromide

Cupric(II)Bromide

CAS No.:7789-45-9 

Molecular Formula:CuBr2 

Molecular Weight:223.37 

Appearance:Light gray or black crystals or crystal powder

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

Sensitivity:Hygroscopic.It reacts violently with potassium. 

Application:It 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.