Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate
Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate (CAS 13446-53-2), ≥99%, supplied wholesale by Zyntex. Water-soluble magnesium salt for Lewis acid chemistry, bromide source, laboratory use and magnesium battery research. CoA and SDS.
Description
Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate Product Overview
Magnesium bromide hexahydrate (MgBr2·6H2O) is a white, deliquescent crystalline powder or chunk that dissolves very easily in water and alcohols. On heating to about 165°C, it decomposes and releases hydrogen bromide.
Chemists use magnesium bromide as a mild Lewis acid, for example in chelation-controlled additions and rearrangements, and as a bromide source; the anhydrous or etherate forms are used where water must be avoided. It also serves as a raw material for other bromine compounds and as an electrolyte component in battery research.
Related bromide salts in our range include Lithium bromide, Sodium Bromide and Calcium Bromide, and the transition metal analogue Manganese(II) Bromide.
Key Applications of Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate
Main application areas:
🧪 Organic Synthesis
Mild Lewis acid and bromide source.
🔬 Laboratory
General-purpose laboratory reagent.
🔋 Battery Research
Electrolyte component in magnesium battery studies.
⚗️ Bromine Chemistry
Raw material for other bromine compounds.
Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate |
| CAS Number | 13446-53-2 |
| Molecular Formula / Weight | MgBr2·6H2O / 292.20 g/mol |
| Assay / Purity | ≥ 99.0% |
| Appearance | White deliquescent crystalline powder or chunks |
| Melting Point | Approx. 165 °C (Decomposes releasing HBr) |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Documents | CoA and SDS with every lot |
⚠️ Safety & Handling: May cause skin and serious eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes and wear gloves and eye protection. Store in tightly closed containers in a dry place, as the product is strongly hygroscopic, and avoid heating, which releases hydrogen bromide. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full classification and handling instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the hexahydrate be used in moisture-sensitive reactions?
No. For water-free reactions, the anhydrous grade or its etherate complex is used instead.
How should it be stored?
In tightly closed containers in a dry place, because it absorbs moisture quickly and can liquefy.
How can I get a price and documents?
Prices depend on quantity, packaging and destination. Contact us with your required volume to receive a quotation together with the CoA and SDS.
