Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%

Name: Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000823

About Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%

Boron tribromide (CAS 10294-33-4) is a synthetic reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥99.9%. With the molecular formula BBr3, it has a molar mass of 250.53 g/mol. The IUPAC name is tribromoborane. Common synonyms include Tribromoboron and Boron bromide.

It is supplied as a colourless to yellow to amber to orange to dark yellow-orange liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of -46 °C and a boiling point of ~90 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000823
CAS Number	10294-33-4
IUPAC name	tribromoborane
Molecular formula	BBr₃
Molecular weight	250.53 g/mol
Exact mass	249.7623
Purity / assay	≥99.9%
HSN code	28129000
InChIKey	ILAHWRKJUDSMFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	B(Br)(Br)Br
PubChem CID	25134

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow to amber to orange to dark yellow-orange liquid
Melting point	-46 °C
Boiling point	~90 °C
Density	2.60 g/mL at 20 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Tribromoboron, Boron bromide, Borane, tribromo-, Boron bromide (BBr3), BBr3, Borontribromide, Boron Tribromide (17% in Dichloromethane, ca. 1mol/L), boron tribrornide, boron tri bromide, Boron tri-bromide, boron(III)bromide, boron(III) bromide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H300Fatal if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P320, P321, P330, P363, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 10294-33-4

Reference Standard

Boron Tribromide

CAS: 10294-33-4
Formula: BBr₃
MW: 250.53 g/mol

VQ-015208

Boron tribromide solution, 1.0 M in DCM

CAS: 10294-33-4
Formula: BBr₃
MW: 250.53 g/mol

VQ-001122

Boron tribromide solution, 1.0 M in heptane

CAS: 10294-33-4
Formula: BBr₃
MW: 250.53 g/mol

VQ-001123

Boron tribromide solution, 1.0 M in hexane

CAS: 10294-33-4
Formula: BBr₃
MW: 250.53 g/mol

VQ-001124

Boron tribromide, 99%

CAS: 10294-33-4
Formula: BBr₃
MW: 250.53 g/mol

VQ-000822

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%?

The CAS Registry Number of Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% is 10294-33-4. It is also known as Tribromoboron, Boron bromide, Borane, tribromo-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%?

Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% has the molecular formula BBr3 and a molecular weight of 250.53 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is tribromoborane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% can I order?

We supply Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% in (≥99.9%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Boron tribromide, ≥99.9%?

Yes. Every lot of Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Boron tribromide, ≥99.9% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.