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Calcium Bromide


Calcium Bromide is a highly soluble bromide salt commonly used to formulate clear, high-density brines for oilfield completion and workover fluids, as well as in industrial and specialty chemical applications.

CAS # 7789-41-5

Calcium Bromide is a highly soluble inorganic bromide salt used in high-density brines, industrial fluids, and specialty chemical formulations. Calcium Bromide is known for its ability to deliver clear, stable solutions with excellent density control. It is a trusted choice for oilfield completion and workover fluids, as well as for use in water treatment, refrigeration systems, and specialty manufacturing.

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General Properties


  • Molecular Formula: CaBr₂

  • Appearance: White crystalline solid or clear liquid (solution)

  • Solubility: Highly soluble in water

 

Applications


  • Oilfield Completion & Workover Fluids

    • Calcium Bromide is commonly used to formulate high-density, clear brine that provide reliable well control, formation protection, and pressure management during drilling.

  • Industrial Refrigeration & Heat Transfer

    • Used in absorption refrigeration systems and heat-transfer fluids due to its strong solubility and thermal performance.

  • Water Treatment & Chemical Processing

    • Supplies bromide ions for industrial water treatment, corrosion-control formulations, and specialty chemical blends.

  • Photography & Imaging

    • Used in select photographic and imaging applications requiring high-purity bromide salts.

  • Specialty Chemical Manufacturing

    • Acts as a bromide source in controlled synthesis of organic and inorganic intermediates.

 

Advantages


  • High Density with Clear Solutions: Produces solids-free, transparent brines ideal for sensitive oilfield and industrial operations.

  • Excellent Solubility & Handling: Dissolves easily in water, enabling efficient blending and consistent fluid performance.

  • Stable & Reliable Performance: Maintains clarity and stability over extended storage and operational conditions.

  • Versatile Across Industries: Suitable for oilfield, refrigeration, water treatment, and specialty chemical applications.


 

Safety & Handling Overview


Calcium Bromide should be handled using standard industrial chemical safety practices.


  • May cause irritation to eyes or skin upon contact.

  • Avoid inhalation of dust (solid form) or mist (solutions).

  • Not flammable under normal conditions.

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