Molekula
Lithium borohydride 4M (10% wt) in THF
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Lithium borohydride (LiBH4) is a powerful reducing agent widely used in organic synthesis, hydrogen storage research, and as a solid-state lithium-ion conductor in battery electrolyte research. This solution is a 4M (10% w/w) lithium borohydride in tetrahydrofuran (THF) solvent, offering controlled reactivity for precise chemical transformations. CAS 16949-15-8, molecular formula LiBH4, molecular weight 21.78 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions; contains a Danger hazard signal. Molekula supplies Lithium borohydride 4M (10% wt) in THF from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Hazy colourless to grey liquid |
| Assay | 3.8 - 4.3M |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -18 °C |
| Transport Class | 4.3 (3) |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034907 |
| CAS Number | 16949-15-8 |
| IUPAC Name | lithium boranuide |
| Molecular Formula | LiBH4 |
| Molecular Weight | 21.78 |
| Exact Mass | 22.0566 |
| SMILES | [Li+].[BH4-] |
| InChIKey | UUKMSDRCXNLYOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/BH4.Li/h1H4;/q-1;+1 |
| PubChem CID | 4148881 |
| UN Number | UN3399 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28500020 |
| Tariff Code | 2850002090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH019 May form explosive peroxides
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is lithium borohydride (LiBH4) in THF commonly used for?
Lithium borohydride in THF is primarily used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis, particularly for reducing aldehydes, ketones, esters, and carboxylic acids to their corresponding alcohols.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of lithium borohydride?
The molecular formula is LiBH₄, and the molecular weight is 21.78 g/mol (anhydrous).
How should this product be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, air, and incompatible materials. Use airtight containers.
What grade or purity is available for this lithium borohydride solution?
Molekula supplies this as a 4M (10% w/w) solution in tetrahydrofuran (THF), suitable for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can provide this product in bulk, subject to availability and customer requirements—please contact us for specific quantities and pricing.
What documentation comes with an order of lithium borohydride in THF?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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