Potassium Bromate

Description

Potassium Bromate is an oxidizing agent, and under the right conditions will be completely used up in the baking bread. However, if too much is added, or if the bread is not baked long enough or not at a high enough temperature, then a residual amount will remain, which may be harmful if consumed. Formula KBrO3 Molar mass 166.999 g/mol CAS Number 02.01.7758 Density 3.270 g/cm3 Purity/Grade ≥99.8% (ACS Reagent) Appearance Solid Flash point not applicable Water solubility ca.16.7 g/l at 20°C (68°F) Melting point/freezing point 42 – 48°C (108 – 118°F) pH 5.0 – 9.0 at 50 g/l at 20°C (68°F) Decomposition temperature 370°C (698 °F)””