INTRODUCTION
Potassium borohydride (KBH4) is an inorganic chemical with unique reducing power that is used in chemical synthesis. Whereas it easily generates a hydrogen atom quintessential for reduction processes, the borohydride reacts violently with water. It is toxic by ingestion. KBH4 finds large consumption in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and intermediates.
Manufacture
KBH4 is conveniently produced by reaction of caustic potash with sodium borohydride.
| Synonym | Potassium Tetrahydroborate |
| CAS no. | 13762-51-1 |
| EINECS no. | 237-360-5 |
| Molecular formula | KBH4 |
| Molecular weight | 53.94 |
| Structure |  |
Applications in Pharma
| Potassium borohydride finds application in production of many APIs including: |
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| Fenfluramine |
| Zopiclone |
| Fluoxetine |
| Gliclazide |
| Trimebutine maleate |
Applications in Agrochemicals
| The borohydride is further employed in synthesis of agrochemicals such as: |
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| Diniconazole |
| Bromhexine HCl |
| Triadimenol |
| Bromadiolone |
| Paclobutrazol |
| Brodifacoum |
Applications in Intermediates
For its excellent reduction prowess, the molecule converts organics acids, aldehydes, and ketones to corresponding alcohols, whereby a large array of intermediates can be produced. Besides, the borohydride is found to have usage in production of diethylamine borane, dimethylamine borane, and sodium hydrosulphite.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Unit | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | White crystalline powder |
| Content | % | Min 98.0 |
| Clarity of solution | – | Clear |
| Loss on drying | % | Max 0.3 |
STORAGE
The product is stored at ambient temperature.
PACKING
15 kg UN-Approved drum.
REACH Status
Not registered yet.
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