Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in… 16853-85-3

Name: Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000877

About Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF

Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF is a synthetic reagent carrying the CAS registry number 16853-85-3. The compound has the formula AlH4Li, corresponding to a molecular weight of 38.0 g/mol. The IUPAC name is lithium alumanuide. It is also known as LAH or Lithium alanate.

In its supplied form it is a clear colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 0.906 g/mL at 25 °C. Store it at room temperature in a dry place, in a tightly closed container. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development, medicinal chemistry and polymer and resin production. It is used across academic and industrial research and batteries and energy storage.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mL and 500 mL, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF
Catalogue No.	VQ-000877
CAS Number	16853-85-3
IUPAC name	lithium alumanuide
Molecular formula	AlH₄Li
Molecular weight	38 g/mol
Exact mass	38.0288
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	OCZDCIYGECBNKL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Li+].[AlH4-]
PubChem CID	28112

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Density	0.906 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
Storage	Room temperature
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 aluminium hydride, Lithium aluminum hydride

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 solution, 2.0 M in THF?

The CAS Registry Number of Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF 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 solution, 2.0 M in THF?

Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF 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 solution, 2.0 M in THF can I order?

We supply Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF, in 100 mL, 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF?

Yes. Every lot of Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF 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 solution, 2.0 M in THF be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF 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.

How should Lithium aluminium hydride solution, 2.0 M in THF be stored?

Room temperature. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.