12124-97-9

Basic information

• Product Name: Ammonium bromide
• Synonyms: AMMONIUM BROMIDE;(NH4)Br;ammonia-hydrogenbromide(1/1);Ammonium bromide ((NH4)Br);ammoniumbromide((nh4)br);FR-11;hydrobromicacidmonoammoniate;Ammonium bromide 99.5+ % for analysis
• CAS NO: 12124-97-9
• Molecular Formula: BrH4N
• Molecular Weight: 97.94
• EINECS: 235-183-8
• Product Categories: Inorganic Chemicals;Inorganics;A-B, Puriss p.a. ACS;Analytical Reagents for General Use;Puriss p.a. ACS;ACS GradeSynthetic Reagents;Ammonium;Essential Chemicals;Routine Reagents;Ammonium Salts;AmmoniumMetal and Ceramic Science;Inorganic Salts;Salts;Synthetic Reagents
• Mol File: 12124-97-9.mol

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 452 °C(lit.)
• Boiling Point: 235 °C
• Appearance: White/Powder/Solid
• Density: 2.43 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg ( 198.3 °C)
• Storage Temp.: Store at RT.
• Solubility: H2O: 1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless
• PKA: -1.03±0.70(Predicted)
• Water Solubility: 97 g/100 mL (25 ºC)
• Sensitive: Hygroscopic
• Stability: Stable. Incompatible with acids, bromine trifluoride, bromine trichloride, most common metals.
• Merck: 14,505
• CAS DataBase Reference: Ammonium bromide(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Ammonium bromide(12124-97-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Ammonium bromide(12124-97-9)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xn,Xi
• Statements: 22-36/37/38-36
• Safety Statements: 22-24/25
• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: BO9155000
• TSCA: Yes
• Hazardous Substances Data: 12124-97-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Chemical Applications:
Ammonium bromide is used as a source of bromide ions for various chemical reactions and processes.
Used in Photography Industry:
Ammonium bromide is used as a halide in collodion formulas and as a restrainer in alkaline developers for the manufacture of photographic films, plates, and papers.
Used in Engraving and Lithography:
Ammonium bromide is utilized in the process engraving and lithography due to its properties as a halide.
Used in Fireproofing Industry:
Ammonium bromide is employed for fireproofing wood, providing an additional layer of protection against fire damage.
Used in Corrosion Inhibition:
Ammonium bromide is used as a corrosion inhibitor, helping to prevent the degradation of materials in various industrial applications.
Physical properties:
Ammonium bromide is a white, odorless crystalline substance that becomes yellow upon exposure to air. It sinks and mixes in water and sublimes at 60°C. It is slightly soluble in alcohol and insoluble in acetone.

Air & Water Reactions

Water soluble

Reactivity Profile

Bromine trifluoride reacts explosively with the following Ammonium bromide, ammonium chloride, ammonium iodide [Mellor 2 Supp. 1:165 1956].

Health Hazard

INHALATION: Dust irritating - disturbed behavior, sedation. EYES: Slight irritation. SKIN: Slight irritation only with repeated or prolonged contact. INGESTION: Weakness, nervousness, anorexia, confusion, hallucinations, drowsiness, irritability, ataxia, vertigo, skin rash.

Fire Hazard

Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Material decomposes into N 2 and HBr or Br 2 under extreme temperatures.

Flammability and Explosibility

Nonflammable

Purification Methods

It crystallises from 95% EtOH and is slightly hygroscopic.

InChI:InChI=1/BrH.H3N/h1H;1H3