Potassium borohydride, 98%

Name: Potassium borohydride, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013992

About Potassium borohydride, 98%

Potassium borohydride (CAS 13762-51-1) is an alkali metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula BH4K, it has a molar mass of 53.94 g/mol. The IUPAC name is potassium boranuide. Alternative names: Potassium tetrahydroborate and KBH4.

The product is provided as a powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 500 °C and a density of 1.18 g/mL at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span reduction reactions and materials research. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, Potassium borohydride is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Reduction reactions
Materials research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium borohydride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-013992
CAS Number	13762-51-1
IUPAC name	potassium boranuide
Molecular formula	BH₄K
Molecular weight	53.94 g/mol
Exact mass	54.0043
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	28500020
InChIKey	ICRGAIPBTSPUEX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[BH4-].[K+]
PubChem CID	4192641

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder
Melting point	500 °C
Density	1.18 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1870
Synonyms	Potassium tetrahydroborate, KBH4, Borohydrure de potassium, Potassium borohydrate, potassiumborohydride, Potassium borohydride, >=98%, Potassium borohydride, purum, >=97.0% (RT), Potassium borohydride, 99.9% trace metals basis

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H260In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H301+H311Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P223, P231 + P232, P260, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P335 + P334, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P320, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P363

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium borohydride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium borohydride, 98% is 13762-51-1. It is also known as Potassium tetrahydroborate, KBH4, Borohydrure de potassium.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium borohydride, 98%?

Potassium borohydride, 98% has the molecular formula BH4K and a molecular weight of 53.94 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium boranuide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium borohydride, 98% can I order?

We supply Potassium borohydride, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium borohydride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium borohydride, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Potassium borohydride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium borohydride, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 1870), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.