Premium Quality Sodium Bromide
Sodium bromide, featuring ionic crystal structure with molecular formula NaBr and CAS number 7647-15-6, appearing as white crystalline solid with exceptional water solubility characteristics, outstanding density properties, and superior oil field compatibility across diverse drilling applications, is a specialized inorganic salt with excellent clear brine properties, enhanced drilling performance, and superior functionality in completion fluids, workover operations, drilling fluid systems, and industrial chemical applications. Sodium bromide (NaBr) is a white crystalline compound extensively used for oil field operations, clear brine fluids, industrial processing, and specialized chemical applications. Sodium bromide is an ionic compound containing sodium cations and bromide anions in cubic crystal lattice structure. The compound exhibits exceptional dissolution behavior and provides superior density control making it ideal for oil field applications, industrial processing, and specialized chemical operations. Sodium bromide is specifically processed to provide enhanced drilling performance, improved industrial efficiency, and superior results in applications requiring effective completion fluids, reliable workover operations, stable chemical behavior, and industrial-grade performance in oil field operations, pharmaceutical manufacturing, water treatment systems, and specialized applications. The compound functions as one of the most versatile oil field and industrial chemicals available, being highly soluble and providing excellent processing properties, delivering broad-spectrum oil field compatibility, effective industrial performance, excellent chemical compatibility under manufacturing conditions, and outstanding safety profile during handling and application. Sodium bromide represents one of the most essential and versatile chemicals in modern oil field operations, industrial processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and specialized applications sectors, providing exceptional density control, superior processing properties, excellent environmental compatibility, and outstanding regulatory compliance during manufacturing and application, making it essential for completion fluids, workover operations, drilling fluid systems, pharmaceutical synthesis, and specialized applications requiring high-performance chemical technology and regulatory approval with international oil field industry standards.
At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply advanced Sodium Bromide manufactured under stringent quality control standards and international oil field, industrial, pharmaceutical, and safety specifications. Our comprehensive product range includes various purity grades, particle sizes, and specialized formulations meeting diverse requirements for oil field applications, industrial processing, pharmaceutical formulations, water treatment systems, and specialized applications across global oil field, industrial, pharmaceutical, and chemical markets.
✅ Advanced Chemical Technology – Optimized Oil Field & Industrial Processing Performance
✅ Consistent Quality Standards – Multiple Product Classifications with Complete Documentation
✅ Essential Oil Field Chemical – Superior Brine Properties & Safety Compatibility
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Oil Field, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Water Treatment
✅ Technical Support Package – Complete Application Guidance & Performance Optimization
The global sodium bromide market was valued at approximately USD 320 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 475 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period. Market expansion is driven by increasing oil field demand, growing industrial applications, expanding pharmaceutical usage, and rising water treatment requirements across multiple sectors.
Technical Specifications & Properties
| Property | Oil Field Grade | Industrial Grade | Pharmaceutical Grade | Water Treatment Grade | Photographic Grade | Analytical Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NaBr Content (%) | 98.5-99.5 | 99.0-99.8 | 99.5-100.0 | 98.0-99.5 | 99.0-99.8 | 99.8-100.0 |
| Sodium (Na) Content (%) | 22.3-22.5 | 22.4-22.6 | 22.5-22.6 | 22.2-22.5 | 22.4-22.5 | 22.5-22.6 |
| Bromide (Br) Content (%) | 77.5-77.7 | 77.4-77.6 | 77.4-77.5 | 77.3-77.6 | 77.5-77.6 | 77.4-77.5 |
| Water Content (%) | 0.1-0.5 | 0.05-0.2 | 0.02-0.1 | 0.2-0.8 | 0.05-0.2 | 0.01-0.05 |
| pH (5% solution) | 6.0-8.0 | 6.5-7.5 | 7.0-7.5 | 5.5-8.0 | 6.5-7.5 | 7.0-7.2 |
| Particle Size (μm) | 300-1000 | 200-800 | 50-200 | 500-1500 | 100-400 | 20-100 |
| Water Solubility (g/100ml, 20°C) | 90-95 | 92-96 | 94-96 | 88-94 | 92-95 | 95-97 |
| Bulk Density (kg/m³) | 1400-1700 | 1500-1800 | 1600-1900 | 1300-1600 | 1450-1750 | 1700-2000 |
| Tapped Density (kg/m³) | 1700-2100 | 1800-2200 | 1900-2300 | 1600-2000 | 1750-2150 | 2000-2400 |
| Dissolution Time (min) | 2-5 | 1-3 | 0.5-2 | 3-8 | 1-4 | 0.5-1.5 |
| Melting Point (°C) | 747 | 747 | 747 | 747 | 747 | 747 |
| Specific Gravity | 3.20-3.22 | 3.21-3.23 | 3.22-3.24 | 3.19-3.22 | 3.20-3.22 | 3.23-3.24 |
| Brine Density (g/cm³, 25°C) | 1.35-1.52 | 1.40-1.55 | 1.45-1.58 | 1.32-1.50 | 1.38-1.52 | 1.50-1.60 |
| Heavy Metals (ppm) | <100 | <50 | <5 | <200 | <20 | <2 |
| Iron (Fe) Content (%) | <0.05 | <0.02 | <0.005 | <0.1 | <0.01 | <0.002 |
| Lead (Pb) Content (ppm) | <20 | <10 | <1 | <50 | <5 | <0.5 |
| Cadmium (Cd) Content (ppm) | <10 | <5 | <0.5 | <25 | <2 | <0.2 |
| Arsenic (As) Content (ppm) | <10 | <5 | <0.5 | <25 | <2 | <0.2 |
| Mercury (Hg) Content (ppm) | <5 | <2 | <0.1 | <15 | <1 | <0.1 |
| Copper (Cu) Content (ppm) | <50 | <20 | <5 | <150 | <10 | <2 |
| Zinc (Zn) Content (ppm) | <100 | <50 | <10 | <300 | <20 | <5 |
| Nickel (Ni) Content (ppm) | <50 | <20 | <5 | <150 | <10 | <2 |
| Chromium (Cr) Content (ppm) | <50 | <20 | <5 | <150 | <10 | <2 |
| Aluminum (Al) Content (%) | <0.1 | <0.05 | <0.01 | <0.3 | <0.02 | <0.005 |
| Calcium (Ca) Content (%) | <0.2 | <0.1 | <0.05 | <0.5 | <0.05 | <0.02 |
| Magnesium (Mg) Content (%) | <0.15 | <0.08 | <0.03 | <0.4 | <0.04 | <0.015 |
| Potassium (K) Content (%) | <0.2 | <0.1 | <0.05 | <0.5 | <0.05 | <0.02 |
| Chloride (Cl) Content (%) | <0.5 | <0.2 | <0.05 | <1.0 | <0.1 | <0.02 |
| Iodide (I) Content (ppm) | <20 | <10 | <2 | <50 | <5 | <1 |
| Sulfate (SO₄) Content (%) | <0.1 | <0.05 | <0.02 | <0.3 | <0.03 | <0.01 |
| Nitrate (NO₃) Content (%) | <0.05 | <0.02 | <0.01 | <0.15 | <0.015 | <0.005 |
| Phosphate (PO₄) Content (%) | <0.05 | <0.02 | <0.01 | <0.15 | <0.015 | <0.005 |
| Fluoride (F) Content (ppm) | <20 | <10 | <2 | <50 | <5 | <1 |
| Insoluble Matter (%) | <0.1 | <0.05 | <0.02 | <0.3 | <0.03 | <0.01 |
| Free Acid (as HBr) (%) | <0.02 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.05 | <0.008 | <0.002 |
| Free Base (as NaOH) (%) | <0.02 | <0.01 | <0.005 | <0.05 | <0.008 | <0.002 |
| Fineness (% through 100 mesh) | 90-100 | 95-100 | 98-100 | 85-95 | 95-100 | 99-100 |
| Whiteness Index | 85-95 | 90-98 | 95-100 | 80-90 | 90-98 | 98-100 |
| Color | White | Pure White | Crystal White | White | Pure White | Crystal Clear |
| Odor | Odorless | Odorless | Odorless | Odorless | Odorless | Odorless |
| Crystal Structure | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic |
| Hygroscopic Nature | Moderate | Low | Very Low | High | Low | Very Low |
| Thermal Stability | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Fair | Good | Excellent |
| Chemical Compatibility | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Very Good | Excellent |
| Storage Stability | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Fair | Good | Excellent |
| Corrosion Properties | Moderate | Low | Very Low | Moderate | Low | Very Low |
| Electrical Conductivity (mS/cm) | 120-140 | 125-145 | 130-150 | 110-135 | 125-140 | 140-160 |
| Refractive Index | 1.641 | 1.641 | 1.641 | 1.641 | 1.641 | 1.641 |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Heat of Solution (kJ/mol) | -0.6 | -0.6 | -0.6 | -0.6 | -0.6 | -0.6 |
| Lattice Energy (kJ/mol) | 747 | 747 | 747 | 747 | 747 | 747 |
| Ionic Radius Na⁺ (Å) | 1.02 | 1.02 | 1.02 | 1.02 | 1.02 | 1.02 |
| Ionic Radius Br⁻ (Å) | 1.96 | 1.96 | 1.96 | 1.96 | 1.96 | 1.96 |
| Coordination Number | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Crystal System | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic | Cubic |
| Space Group | Fm3m | Fm3m | Fm3m | Fm3m | Fm3m | Fm3m |
| Density (g/cm³) | 3.20 | 3.21 | 3.22 | 3.19 | 3.20 | 3.23 |
| Molar Volume (cm³/mol) | 32.1 | 32.0 | 31.9 | 32.2 | 32.1 | 31.8 |
| Dielectric Constant | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 |
| Processing Temperature (°C) | 5-95 | 15-150 | 18-80 | 0-85 | 15-60 | 20-50 |
| Application Concentration (%) | 40-75 | 10-60 | 0.1-10 | 20-65 | 5-30 | 0.01-5 |
| Storage Temperature (°C) | 0-40 | 10-35 | 15-25 | 0-45 | 10-30 | 18-22 |
| Relative Humidity (%) | <70 | <60 | <50 | <75 | <65 | <40 |
| Shelf Life (years) | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| Packaging | 50kg Bags | 25kg Bags | 1kg Bottles | 100kg Bags | 25kg Drums | 500g Bottles |
| Regulatory Status | Oil Field | Industrial | Pharmaceutical | Water Treatment | Photographic | Laboratory |
Available Product Types:
- Oil Field Grade for drilling fluids and completion operations
- Industrial Grade for chemical manufacturing and processing applications
- Pharmaceutical Grade for drug synthesis and medical applications
- Water Treatment Grade for industrial water treatment systems
- Photographic Grade for photographic processing and image development
- Analytical Grade for laboratory analysis and research applications
- High Purity Grade for specialized chemical and electronic applications
- Clear Brine Grade for oil field completion and workover fluids
- Fine Powder Grade for enhanced dissolution and processing efficiency
- Granular Grade for controlled release and specific application requirements
- Custom Formulations for specific application requirements and performance targets
- Stabilized Grade for enhanced storage stability and extended shelf life
- Technical Grade for general industrial and processing applications
- Research Grade for academic and scientific research purposes
- Custom Specifications for unique oil field and industrial requirements
Specialized Application Solutions:
- Oil field completion fluid optimization and drilling performance enhancement
- Industrial chemical process improvement and manufacturing efficiency
- Pharmaceutical synthesis pathway optimization and drug development support
- Water treatment system enhancement and process optimization
- Photographic processing improvement and image quality enhancement
- Quality control method development and analytical validation procedures
- Regulatory compliance assistance and comprehensive technical documentation
- Custom application development and performance testing services
- Technical consultation and oil field/industrial/pharmaceutical process optimization
- Environmental impact assessment and sustainability consulting services
Oil Field Applications
Completion Fluids Oil field operators utilize Oil Field Grade Sodium Bromide as primary component for clear brine completion fluids, well completion operations, and reservoir protection. Drilling engineers employ sodium bromide for density control, formation damage prevention, and completion optimization providing superior well completion, excellent reservoir protection, and outstanding oil field performance with typical brine densities of 8.4-12.5 ppg depending on well conditions and completion requirements.
Workover Operations Oil companies use Oil Field Grade Sodium Bromide for workover fluids, well intervention, and maintenance operations. Workover specialists employ sodium bromide for pressure control, well safety, and operation enhancement providing improved workover efficiency, enhanced operational safety, and superior well intervention performance.
Drilling Fluids Drilling contractors utilize Oil Field Grade Sodium Bromide for drilling fluid systems, wellbore stability, and drilling enhancement. Drilling fluid engineers employ sodium bromide for shale stabilization, formation protection, and drilling optimization providing effective drilling performance, enhanced wellbore stability, and superior drilling fluid properties.
Packer Fluids Oil field service companies use Oil Field Grade Sodium Bromide for packer fluid applications, well isolation, and downhole equipment protection. Completion engineers employ sodium bromide for equipment protection, corrosion prevention, and long-term well integrity providing superior equipment protection, enhanced well performance, and outstanding packer fluid applications.
For comprehensive information about sodium bromide applications in oil field operations, this detailed completion fluids guide from ScienceDirect provides extensive coverage of NaBr brine properties, oil field uses, and application optimization techniques for modern drilling operations.
Industrial Applications
Chemical Manufacturing Chemical companies utilize Industrial Grade Sodium Bromide for organic synthesis, intermediate production, and chemical processing. Chemical engineers employ sodium bromide for bromination reactions, chemical transformations, and manufacturing enhancement providing effective chemical processing, enhanced reaction control, and superior synthesis performance.
Flame Retardant Systems Polymer manufacturers use Industrial Grade Sodium Bromide for flame retardant production, fire safety applications, and polymer treatment. Chemical engineers employ sodium bromide for flame suppression, fire protection, and safety enhancement providing effective fire retardation, enhanced safety properties, and superior flame retardant performance.
Catalyst Manufacturing Chemical companies utilize Industrial Grade Sodium Bromide for catalyst production, chemical synthesis, and process enhancement. Process engineers employ sodium bromide for catalyst preparation, reaction optimization, and chemical manufacturing providing effective catalytic performance, enhanced reaction efficiency, and superior chemical processing results.
Electroplating Solutions Metal finishing facilities use Industrial Grade Sodium Bromide for electroplating baths, metal coating, and surface treatment. Electroplating engineers employ sodium bromide for plating enhancement, surface quality, and coating optimization providing superior electroplating performance, enhanced surface properties, and outstanding metal finishing results.
Pharmaceutical Applications
Drug Synthesis Pharmaceutical companies utilize Pharmaceutical Grade Sodium Bromide for active pharmaceutical ingredient synthesis, drug manufacturing, and medical applications. Pharmaceutical chemists employ sodium bromide for synthetic pathways, intermediate production, and pharmaceutical development providing effective drug synthesis, enhanced pharmaceutical properties, and superior medical applications.
Sedative Formulations Medical manufacturers use Pharmaceutical Grade Sodium Bromide for sedative production, nervous system medications, and therapeutic applications. Medical formulators employ sodium bromide for sedative effects, therapeutic benefits, and medical treatment providing effective sedation, enhanced patient comfort, and superior pharmaceutical performance.
API Production Pharmaceutical manufacturers utilize Pharmaceutical Grade Sodium Bromide for active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing, drug development, and therapeutic compounds. API specialists employ sodium bromide for pharmaceutical synthesis, quality enhancement, and production optimization providing superior API quality, enhanced pharmaceutical properties, and outstanding drug manufacturing results.
Medical Research Research institutions use Pharmaceutical Grade Sodium Bromide for medical research, drug discovery, and pharmaceutical studies. Medical researchers employ sodium bromide for experimental procedures, therapeutic evaluation, and scientific investigation providing reliable research results, enhanced medical knowledge, and superior pharmaceutical research outcomes.
Water Treatment Applications
Industrial Water Treatment Water treatment facilities utilize Water Treatment Grade Sodium Bromide for cooling tower treatment, biocide systems, and water conditioning. Water engineers employ sodium bromide for microbial control, scale prevention, and water quality enhancement providing effective water treatment, enhanced system performance, and superior water conditioning results.
Swimming Pool Treatment Pool maintenance companies use Water Treatment Grade Sodium Bromide for swimming pool sanitization, water quality control, and recreational water treatment. Pool specialists employ sodium bromide for disinfection, algae control, and water maintenance providing superior water quality, enhanced sanitation, and outstanding pool treatment performance.
Spa and Hot Tub Applications Spa service companies utilize Water Treatment Grade Sodium Bromide for spa water treatment, hot tub sanitization, and recreational water systems. Spa technicians employ sodium bromide for water disinfection, bacterial control, and water quality maintenance providing effective spa treatment, enhanced water safety, and superior recreational water performance.
Cooling Tower Systems Industrial facilities use Water Treatment Grade Sodium Bromide for cooling tower biocide systems, microbial control, and system protection. Facility engineers employ sodium bromide for bacterial prevention, biofilm control, and equipment protection providing superior cooling tower performance, enhanced system efficiency, and outstanding industrial water treatment results.
Photographic Applications
Film Processing Photographic laboratories utilize Photographic Grade Sodium Bromide for film development, image processing, and photographic applications. Photo technicians employ sodium bromide for emulsion preparation, development control, and image quality enhancement providing superior photographic results, enhanced image clarity, and outstanding photographic processing performance.
Print Development Photography studios use Photographic Grade Sodium Bromide for print processing, darkroom operations, and image production. Darkroom specialists employ sodium bromide for print development, contrast control, and image optimization providing improved print quality, enhanced photographic properties, and superior image development results.
Specialty Photography Professional photographers utilize Photographic Grade Sodium Bromide for artistic photography, custom processing, and specialized techniques. Photography artists employ sodium bromide for creative effects, artistic expression, and unique processing providing exceptional photographic results, enhanced artistic quality, and superior creative photography performance.
Commercial Photography Commercial photography companies use Photographic Grade Sodium Bromide for high-volume processing, production photography, and commercial applications. Commercial photographers employ sodium bromide for consistent processing, quality control, and production efficiency providing reliable commercial results, enhanced processing consistency, and outstanding commercial photography performance.
Specialized Applications
Laboratory Research Research institutions utilize Analytical Grade Sodium Bromide for chemical research, material science, and academic studies. Research scientists employ sodium bromide for experimental procedures, analytical testing, and scientific investigation providing reliable research results, enhanced experimental accuracy, and superior research quality.
Analytical Testing Analytical laboratories use Analytical Grade Sodium Bromide for chemical analysis, quality control, and testing procedures. Laboratory technicians employ sodium bromide for analytical methods, reference standards, and testing protocols providing accurate analytical results, enhanced testing precision, and superior analytical performance.
Electronics Manufacturing Electronics companies utilize High Purity Grade Sodium Bromide for semiconductor processing, electronic components, and specialized applications. Electronics engineers employ sodium bromide for etching processes, cleaning solutions, and electronic manufacturing providing superior electronic properties, enhanced processing efficiency, and outstanding electronic performance.
Specialty Chemicals Chemical manufacturers use Technical Grade Sodium Bromide for specialty chemical production, custom formulations, and niche applications. Specialty chemists employ sodium bromide for unique synthesis, product development, and specialized manufacturing providing effective specialty processing, enhanced product properties, and superior specialty chemical results.
Quality Control & Testing
Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with sodium bromide standards, oil field requirements, industrial specifications, pharmaceutical standards, and international quality standards. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including ion chromatography, atomic absorption spectroscopy, and comprehensive performance evaluation.
Quality assurance procedures include:
- NaBr content determination using gravimetric analysis
- Sodium content testing using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Bromide analysis using potentiometric titration methods
- Water content measurement using Karl Fischer titration
- pH measurement using calibrated electrode systems
- Particle size analysis using laser diffraction techniques
- Water solubility testing using dissolution procedures
- Bulk density determination using standardized methods
- Heavy metals analysis using ICP-MS techniques
- Iron content testing using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Lead determination using graphite furnace methods
- Fineness evaluation using sieve analysis procedures
- Color assessment using spectrophotometric methods
- Brine density measurement using density meters
- Thermal stability evaluation using thermal analysis methods
- Chemical compatibility testing using stability studies
Storage & Handling Procedures Implement proper storage conditions including controlled humidity and temperature, protection from moisture contamination and chemical incompatibilities, appropriate moisture-resistant packaging materials, segregation from incompatible substances, and comprehensive safety procedures for maintaining Sodium Bromide quality and ensuring safe handling throughout storage and application periods.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
Oil Field Standards Oil Field Grade Sodium Bromide complies with petroleum industry regulations, drilling fluid standards, and environmental requirements ensuring safe use in oil field applications with established safety protocols and comprehensive environmental assessments for drilling operations.
Industrial Standards Industrial Grade products adhere to manufacturing regulations, industrial processing standards, and workplace safety requirements ensuring appropriate use in industrial applications with established processing protocols and regulatory compliance for manufacturing operations.
Pharmaceutical Standards Pharmaceutical Grade Sodium Bromide meets pharmaceutical regulations, drug manufacturing standards, and medical device requirements ensuring safe use in pharmaceutical applications with established medical protocols and regulatory compliance for drug manufacturing operations.
Environmental Safety Sodium Bromide demonstrates good environmental compatibility with biodegradable characteristics, controlled environmental impact, and responsible usage protocols ensuring sustainable applications with comprehensive environmental safety procedures.
Performance Advantages & Benefits
✔ Premium Clear Brine – Superior density control and oil field performance
✔ Outstanding Solubility – Excellent dissolution rate and processing efficiency
✔ Oil Field Proven – Exceptional completion fluid and workover applications
✔ Chemical Stability – Stable performance under various processing conditions
✔ Multiple Applications – Suitable for oil field, industrial, pharmaceutical, and water treatment use
✔ Processing Excellence – Superior chemical properties and manufacturing compatibility
✔ Quality Consistency – Uniform performance across production batches
✔ Density Control – Proven brine density and well control properties
✔ Formation Compatibility – Excellent reservoir protection and damage prevention
✔ Regulatory Compliance – Approved for oil field, industrial, pharmaceutical, and water treatment applications
✔ Cost Effectiveness – Economic solution with superior performance characteristics
✔ Storage Compatibility – Good stability under proper storage conditions
✔ Global Availability – Reliable supply chains and worldwide distribution networks
✔ Technical Versatility – Multiple grade options and processing compatibility
✔ Technical Support – Complete application guidance and optimization services
Our Sodium Bromide products represent industry-leading standards in oil field and industrial chemical technology, specifically manufactured for demanding oil field operations, industrial processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and specialized applications requiring exceptional purity characteristics, reliable performance, and comprehensive regulatory compliance. We provide complete technical support, application guidance, and performance consultation to ensure optimal results across your specialized oil field, industrial, pharmaceutical, or water treatment applications.
For detailed specifications, technical data sheets, or application-specific recommendations, contact our specialized sodium bromide division. We offer complete support including product selection, application optimization, compatibility testing, regulatory guidance, performance monitoring, and technical assistance to maximize effectiveness in your oil field, industrial, pharmaceutical, or water treatment applications.
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