Phosphorous tribromide, 98%

Name: Phosphorous tribromide, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000926

About Phosphorous tribromide, 98%

Listed under CAS 7789-60-8, Phosphorous tribromide is a synthetic reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals (Puriss grade), specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula Br3P, corresponding to a molecular weight of 270.69 g/mol. The IUPAC name is tribromophosphane. Alternative names: Phosphorus(III) bromide and Tribromophosphine.

It is supplied as a colourless to yellow liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of -41.5 °C and a density of 2.88 g/mL at 20 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

We offer Phosphorous tribromide in 100 mL and 500 mL packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phosphorous tribromide, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000926
CAS Number	7789-60-8
IUPAC name	tribromophosphane
Molecular formula	Br₃P
Molecular weight	270.69 g/mol
Exact mass	269.7267
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	28129000
InChIKey	IPNPIHIZVLFAFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	P(Br)(Br)Br
PubChem CID	24614

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Melting point	-41.5 °C
Density	2.88 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1808
Synonyms	Phosphorus(III) bromide, Tribromophosphine, Phosphorous bromide, Phosphorus bromide, Phosphorus bromide (PBr3), phosphorus (III) bromide, PBr3, Tribromo phosphine, Br3P, Phosphorus(III) tribromide, tribro-mophosphine, tribromo-phosphine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P271, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P319, P321, 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 7789-60-8

Reference Standard

Phosphorus tribromide

CAS: 7789-60-8
Formula: Br₃P
MW: 270.69 g/mol

In stock

Phosphorus tribromide 1.0 M solution in dichloromethane

CAS: 7789-60-8
Formula: Br₃P
MW: 270.69 g/mol

VQ-045759

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Phosphorous tribromide, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Phosphorous tribromide, 98% is 7789-60-8. It is also known as Phosphorus(III) bromide, Tribromophosphine, Phosphorous bromide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phosphorous tribromide, 98%?

Phosphorous tribromide, 98% has the molecular formula Br3P and a molecular weight of 270.69 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is tribromophosphane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phosphorous tribromide, 98% can I order?

We supply Phosphorous tribromide, 98% in Puriss (98%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phosphorous tribromide, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Phosphorous tribromide, 98% 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 Phosphorous tribromide, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phosphorous tribromide, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1808), 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.