Lithium borohydride, ≥95%

Name: Lithium borohydride, ≥95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000884

About Lithium borohydride, ≥95%

Listed under CAS 16949-15-8, Lithium borohydride is a synthetic reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥95%. The compound has the formula BH4Li, corresponding to a molecular weight of 21.8 g/mol. Systematically, it is named lithium boranuide. Common synonyms include Lithium tetrahydroborate and Lithium boron hydride.

It is supplied as white powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 275 °C and a density of 0.666 g/mL at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. 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 catalysis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

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

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lithium borohydride, ≥95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000884
CAS Number	16949-15-8
IUPAC name	lithium boranuide
Molecular formula	BH₄Li
Molecular weight	21.8 g/mol
Exact mass	22.0566
Purity / assay	≥95%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	UUKMSDRCXNLYOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Li+].[BH4-]
PubChem CID	4148881

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder or crystals
Melting point	275 °C
Density	0.666 g/mL at 25 °C
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, 1.0 M in THF

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

VQ-000882

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, ≥95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Lithium borohydride, ≥95% 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, ≥95%?

Lithium borohydride, ≥95% 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, ≥95% can I order?

We supply Lithium borohydride, ≥95% in (≥95%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lithium borohydride, ≥95%?

Yes. Every lot of Lithium borohydride, ≥95% 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, ≥95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lithium borohydride, ≥95% 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.