Sodium Boro Hydride
Sodium Boro Hydride is a white crystalline solid utilized as a highly selective reducing agent in organic and inorganic chemistry. This Technical Grade reagent is favored for its ability to reduce aldehydes and ketones to alcohols without affecting other functional groups.
In the pharmaceutical industry, it is a critical tool for the synthesis of active ingredients, offering high yields and predictable reaction pathways. The product is also utilized in the pulp and paper industry as a bleaching stabilizer to improve brightness and prevent yellowing.
As a specialized chemical, it is also explored for hydrogen storage and as a fuel cell component. Its high hydrogen density and stability in alkaline solutions make it a versatile material for advanced energy research and fine chemical production.
Sodium Boro Hydride
- [Pharmaceutical Synthesis]: Key reagent for the production of vitamins, antibiotics, and various chiral drug intermediates.
- [Pulp Bleaching]: Used to reduce residual lignin and carbonyl groups, significantly improving the whiteness and stability of paper products.
- [Metal Recovery]: Facilitates the reduction and precipitation of precious metals from industrial plating and mining waste streams.
Classified as Water-Reactive and Acute Tox. 3; releases flammable hydrogen gas upon contact with water or acids. Use Dry Glove Boxes, Safety Shields, and Class D Fire Extinguishers.
Supplied in 10 kg to 50 kg Steel Drums with PE liners, or as a 12% solution in NaOH (VenMet format).
