Molekula
Lithium Borohydride 95%
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Lithium borohydride (LiBH4) is a powerful reducing agent widely used in organic synthesis, hydrogen storage research, and as a precursor in the production of boranes. It is particularly valued for its ability to deliver hydride ions in chemical reactions. This product has a CAS number of 16949-15-8, a molecular formula of LiBH4, and a molecular weight of 21.78 g/mol. It is supplied at 95% purity and requires ambient storage conditions. The signal word for safety is "Danger." Molekula supplies Lithium Borohydride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — $118.30 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to grey powder |
| Purity | ⩾ 96.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | -17 °C |
| Transport Class | 4.3 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028329 |
| 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 | UN1413 |
| 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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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
- H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire
- P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- LiBH4
- lithium boranuide
- Lithium borohydride solution
- Lithium boron hydride
- Lithium hydroborate
- LITHIUM HYDROBORATE (LIBH4)
- Lithium tetrahydridoborate
- Lithium tetrahydroborate
- UUKMSDRCXNLYOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is lithium borohydride (LiBH₄) commonly used for?
Lithium borohydride is primarily used as a strong reducing agent in organic synthesis, hydrogen storage research, and as a reagent in the preparation of boranes and other boron compounds.
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**.
How should lithium borohydride be stored?
Store lithium borohydride at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture, oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials.
What purity grade is available for lithium borohydride from Molekula?
Molekula supplies lithium borohydride at **95% purity** as standard.
Can Molekula supply lithium borohydride in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide lithium borohydride in bulk, subject to availability and order requirements.
What documentation is provided with a lithium borohydride order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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