Sodium Bromide

Product Description

RFC Industries - Sodium bromide (NaBr) is a chemical compound composed of sodium and bromine. It is a white, crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water. Sodium bromide is primarily used in various industrial applications, including:

Photography: Sodium bromide is used as a component in photographic developers. It helps control the development process by slowing down the rate at which the silver halide crystals are reduced to metallic silver.

Oil and Gas Industry: Sodium bromide is utilized in the oil and gas industry as a completion fluid. In this application, it helps prevent the swelling of shale formations and controls wellbore stability during drilling operations.

Pharmaceuticals: Sodium bromide has been historically used as an anticonvulsant medication. However, its medical use has significantly declined due to the availability of more effective drugs with fewer side effects.

Chemical Synthesis: It serves as a precursor for the synthesis of other bromine-containing compounds.

Water Treatment: Sodium bromide is sometimes employed in hot tubs and swimming pools as a disinfectant, although its usage is less common compared to other disinfectants like chlorine or bromine.

It's important to handle sodium bromide with care as it is a toxic substance, and exposure to high concentrations can lead to health hazards.