Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%

Name: Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000878

About Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%

Lithium aluminium hydride (CAS 16853-85-3) is a synthetic reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade), specified at 97% purity. Formula AlH4Li, molecular weight 38.0 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is lithium alumanuide. Common synonyms include LAH and Lithium alanate.

In its supplied form it is a white to grey powder. Literature values give a melting point of 125 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

We offer Lithium aluminium hydride in 10 g and 100 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000878
CAS Number	16853-85-3
IUPAC name	lithium alumanuide
Molecular formula	AlH₄Li
Molecular weight	38 g/mol
Exact mass	38.0288
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	28500010
InChIKey	OCZDCIYGECBNKL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Li+].[AlH4-]
PubChem CID	28112

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to grey powder
Melting point	125 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1410
Synonyms	LAH, Lithium alanate, Lithium tetrahydroaluminate, Lithium aluminohydride, Aluminum lithium hydride, LiAlD4, LiAlH4, Li(AlH4), Lithium aluminum hydride, ethereal, Aluminum lithium hydride (LiAlH4), Lithium aluminum hydride, Lithium aluminum tetrahydride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H220Extremely flammable gas
H260In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P203, P210, P222, P223, P231 + P232, P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P335 + P334, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, P370 + P378, P377, P381, P402 + P404, P403, P405

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% is 16853-85-3. It is also known as LAH, Lithium alanate, Lithium tetrahydroaluminate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%?

Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% has the molecular formula AlH4Li and a molecular weight of 38 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is lithium alumanuide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% can I order?

We supply Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% in Synthesis (97%) grade, in 10 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lithium aluminium hydride, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% 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 Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lithium aluminium hydride, 97% is classified as hazardous (UN 1410), 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.