Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF

Name: Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000882

About Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF, a synthetic reagent registered under CAS number 16949-15-8. Its molecular formula is BH4Li and its molecular weight is 21.8 g/mol. The IUPAC name is lithium boranuide. It is also known as Lithium tetrahydroborate or Lithium boron hydride.

It is supplied as a liquid. 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.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, reaction development, medicinal chemistry and reduction reactions. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF in 25 mL and 100 mL packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Reduction reactions

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF
Catalogue No.	VQ-000882
CAS Number	16949-15-8
IUPAC name	lithium boranuide
Molecular formula	BH₄Li
Molecular weight	21.8 g/mol
Exact mass	22.0566
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	UUKMSDRCXNLYOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Li+].[BH4-]
PubChem CID	4148881

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Liquid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Lithium tetrahydroborate, Lithium boron hydride, LiBH4, lithiumborohydride, Lithium hydroborate, Lithium tetrahydridoborate, Lithium borohydride solution

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H260In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H261In contact with water releases flammable gas
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H331Toxic if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P223, P231 + P232, P260, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P335 + P334, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P363, P370 + P378, P402 + P404, P403 + P233

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

Other grades of CAS 16949-15-8

Lithium borohydride, ≥95%

CAS: 16949-15-8
Formula: BH₄Li
MW: 21.8 g/mol

VQ-000884

Lithium borohydride, 2.0 M in THF

CAS: 16949-15-8
Formula: BH₄Li
MW: 21.8 g/mol

VQ-000883

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF?

The CAS Registry Number of Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF is 16949-15-8. It is also known as Lithium tetrahydroborate, Lithium boron hydride, LiBH4.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF?

Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF has the molecular formula BH4Li and a molecular weight of 21.8 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is lithium boranuide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF can I order?

We supply Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF, in 25 mL, 100 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF?

Yes. Every lot of Lithium borohydride, 1.0 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 borohydride, 1.0 M in THF be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lithium borohydride, 1.0 M in THF is classified as hazardous, 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.