Molekula
Sodium borohydride
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Sodium borohydride is a powerful reducing agent widely used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and analytical chemistry to reduce carbonyl compounds, aldehydes, ketones, and imines. It is a white crystalline solid that reacts vigorously with water and acids, requiring careful handling. Industrially, it also serves as a bleaching agent for wood pulp in papermaking, a blowing agent for plastics, and a reagent for recovering gold and platinum group metals. CAS 16940-66-2, molecular formula H₄BNa, molecular weight 37.83 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature in a dry, inert atmosphere. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies sodium borohydride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £46.40 per pack ex VAT · £55.68 inc. VAT
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100 g — £108.30 per pack ex VAT · £129.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay (GC) | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 4.3 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White cubic crystals, hygroscopic |
| Density | 1.074 g/cm³ (anhydrous material) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in "Cellosolve" ether |
| Refractive Index | 1.542 |
Source: PubChem CID 4311764 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19526770 |
| CAS Number | 16940-66-2 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium boranuide |
| EC Number | 241-004-4 |
| Molecular Formula | H4BNa |
| Molecular Weight | 37.83 |
| Exact Mass | 38.0304 |
| SMILES | [BH4-].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | YOQDYZUWIQVZSF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/BH4.Na/h1H4;/q-1;+1 |
| PubChem CID | 4311764 |
| UN Number | UN1426 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2850.00.5000 |
| Tariff Code | 2850002090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
Precautionary statements
- P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire
- 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Borate(1-), tetrahydro-, sodium
- BORATE(1-), TETRAHYDRO-, SODIUM (1:1)
- borohydrure de sodium
- Borol
- COLORSTRIP 2000
- Hidkitex DF
- HYDRIFIN
- NaBH4
- Sodium borohydride (Na(BH4))
- Sodium tetrahydridoborate(1-)
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium borohydride commonly used for?
Sodium borohydride is primarily used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis, particularly for reducing aldehydes and ketones to alcohols. It’s also used in analytical chemistry and as a reagent in hydrogen generation systems.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium borohydride?
The chemical formula is NaBH₄, written as H₄BNa in Hill notation, and its molecular weight is 37.83 g/mol.
How should sodium borohydride be stored?
Store sodium borohydride in a dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature, away from moisture, acids, and oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly sealed.
What grades of sodium borohydride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade sodium borohydride, suitable for industrial and laboratory applications where high purity is not critical.
Can Molekula supply sodium borohydride in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium borohydride in bulk quantities (e.g., 5 kg, 25 kg, or larger) depending on availability and customer requirements.
What documentation comes with a sodium borohydride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing slip. Additional documentation, such as a technical data sheet, may be provided upon request.
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