Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%

Name: Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000961

About Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%

Listed under CAS 16940-66-2, Sodium borohydride, granular is a synthetic reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 99.99%. Formula BH4Na, molecular weight 37.84 g/mol. Systematically, it is named sodium boranuide. It is also known as Sodium tetrahydridoborate or NaBH4.

The material typically appears as white to off-white granules or chunks. Key physical data: a melting point of above 300 °C (dec.). Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 7 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g, 100 g and 5 x 1 kg packs, Sodium borohydride, granular is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000961
CAS Number	16940-66-2
IUPAC name	sodium boranuide
Molecular formula	BH₄Na
Molecular weight	37.84 g/mol
Exact mass	38.0304
Purity / assay	99.99%
HSN code	28500010
InChIKey	YOQDYZUWIQVZSF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[BH4-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	4311764

Physical properties
Physical form	Granules
Appearance	White to off-white granules or chunks
Melting point	>300 °C (dec.)
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1426
Synonyms	Sodium tetrahydridoborate, NaBH4, borohydrure de sodium, Sodium borohydride (Na(BH4)), Borol, Hidkitex DF, Sodium borohydrate, sodium borotritide, Sodium hydroborate, sodiumborohydride, Sodium borohydride solution

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H260In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P223, P231 + P232, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P335 + P334, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P318, P321, P330, P361 + P364

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 16940-66-2

Sodium borohydride, ≥98.5%

CAS: 16940-66-2
Formula: BH₄Na
MW: 37.84 g/mol

VQ-000962

Synthesis

Sodium borohydride, 97%

CAS: 16940-66-2
Formula: BH₄Na
MW: 37.84 g/mol

VQ-000960

ACS / AR

Sodium borohydride, ACS, AR

CAS: 16940-66-2
Formula: BH₄Na
MW: 37.84 g/mol

VQ-045586

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% is 16940-66-2. It is also known as Sodium tetrahydridoborate, NaBH4, borohydrure de sodium.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%?

Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% has the molecular formula BH4Na and a molecular weight of 37.84 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium boranuide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% can I order?

We supply Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% in (99.99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 5 x 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99%?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% 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 Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium borohydride, granular, 99.99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1426), 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.