Sodium borohydride

Delivery of this item to mainland UK is £55, additional charge will be added at order confirmation stage by our sales team. Sodium Borohydride is a versatile, white, crystalline powder renowned as one of the most widely used and efficient reducing agents in both organic synthesis and industrial chemistry. It is the reagent of choice for the selective reduction of aldehydes and ketones to their corresponding alcohols, offering superior control and milder reaction conditions compared to more aggressive metal hydrides. Key Features & Applications: Powerful Reducing Agent: Selectively and efficiently reduces carbonyl compounds (aldehydes and ketones) to alcohols.It generally does not reduce esters, carboxylic acids, or amides under standard conditions, allowing for highly selective transformations. Safety & Handling: While highly effective, it is a stable solid that is much easier and safer to handle than Lithium Aluminum Hydride (LiAlH4), especially in an industrial setting. It is stable in dry air and decomposes only slowly in moist air. Hydrogen Source: It can be used as a convenient, portable source of hydrogen gas for specialized applications, such as fuel cells. Purification Agent: Utilized in the purification of chemicals, including the removal of trace heavy metals.Solubility: Highly soluble in water and methanol, making it adaptable for use in various solvent systems.