Hydrobromic Acid 48% (HBr)
Premium-Grade Reagent for Pharmaceutical APIs & Fine Chemical Synthesis
Product Description
PapChem Lifesciences offers high-purity Hydrobromic Acid 48%, a clear, colorless solution known for its strong acidity, reactivity, and chemical stability. Commonly used in halogenation reactions, API synthesis, and various industrial processes, it serves as a critical reagent in both pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. Produced under stringent quality controls, our HBr 48% ensures reliable assay strength, process consistency, and compliance with pharmaceutical-grade standards.
📋 Product Details
Chemical Name : Hydrobromic Acid (48%)
CAS Number : 10035-10-6
Molecular Formula : HBr
Molecular Weight : 80.91 g/mol
Synonyms : Hydrogen bromide solution, HBr 48%, Aqueous Hydrobromic Acid

🔍 Product Highlights
Appearance : Clear, colorless liquid
Concentration : NLT 48% w/w
Solubility : Soluble in water & alcohol
Specific Gravity : Between 1.46 to 1.49 g|PML
Attributes : Highly reactive | stable under proper storage
⚙️ Applications
💊 Pharmaceutical Synthesis & Halogenation
- Used in bromination reactions and salt formation during API development.
- Essential in the synthesis of alkyl bromides, quaternary ammonium salts, and intermediates for various drug molecules.
- Common in GMP-compliant fine chemical production and custom pharma projects.
⚗️ Industrial & CDMO Applications
- Acts as a catalyst and reducing agent in fine chemical manufacturing.
- Used in CDMO and R&D setups for prototyping synthetic routes.
- Effective in acid-catalyzed conversions and deprotection steps.
🌍 Specialty Chemical Processes
- Plays a role in the manufacture of inorganic bromides, photographic chemicals, and dyes.
- Applicable in controlled pH adjustments and mineral extraction chemistry.
📦 Product Packaging and Supply Chain
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🔬 Well-equipped in-house analytical capabilities and R&D centre.
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