What is the chemical formula of Sodium Borohydride?

The sodium borohydride formula is NaBH₄.

What is sodium borohydride used for?

Sodium Borohydride is used as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis, pulp and paper processing, pharmaceutical intermediates, metal recovery, and specialty industrial applications.

What are the hazards of sodium borohydride?

Sodium Borohydride hazards include violent reaction with water and acids, release of flammable hydrogen gas, and risks of burns or irritation if mishandled. Proper PPE and controlled handling are essential.

What is another name for sodium borohydride?

Another term for sodium borohydride is sodium Tetrahydroborate.

Where can I buy sodium borohydride in bulk?

Sodium borohydride buy options are available through authorized industrial chemical suppliers and distributors offering bulk packaging with safety documentation.

Watch Video MSDS Specifications

Sodium Borohydride | 16940-66-2

Cas No :

16940-66-2

Synonyms :

Form :

Solid

Molecular Weight :

37.83 G/mol

Molecular Formula :

NABH₄

Boiling Point :

400 °c

Melting Point :

400 °c

Flash Point :

240 °c

Solubility :

Soluble In Water; Hydrolyzes On Contact With Water

Description :

Sodium Borohydride Supplier and Exporter for the USA

ChemicalBull supports sourcing enquiries for Sodium Borohydride for chemical synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediate production, specialty chemical processing, and selected industrial reduction applications in the USA. Sodium Borohydride has the formula NaBH₄ and CAS number 16940-66-2. It is a reducing agent used to convert suitable chemical functional groups into reduced products.

Sodium Borohydride reacts with water and acids under conditions that can release hydrogen gas. Its handling and storage depend on the supplied grade, moisture exposure, packaging, and process requirements. Buyers should confirm assay, physical form, and safety documentation before ordering.

ChemicalBull supports Sodium Borohydride sourcing enquiries for qualified chemical manufacturers, specialty chemical processors, and industrial buyers in the USA.

Applications of Sodium Borohydride

Organic Chemical Reduction

Sodium Borohydride is used to reduce selected aldehydes and ketones to corresponding alcohols under appropriate reaction conditions.

Pharmaceutical Intermediate Production

It is used in selected synthesis steps for pharmaceutical intermediates where controlled reduction is required.

Fine and Specialty Chemicals

Specialty chemical manufacturers use Sodium Borohydride in selected reactions to prepare reduced intermediates and functional compounds.

Pulp and Paper Processing

Certain industrial processes use Sodium Borohydride or borohydride-based systems in specialised pulp and paper chemical applications.

Wastewater and Process Chemistry

Selected industrial processes evaluate borohydride-based reducing chemistry for specific treatment or conversion requirements under controlled conditions.

Sodium Borohydride Supplier and Distributor in the USA

ChemicalBull supports Sodium Borohydride sourcing enquiries for qualified USA buyers. Buyers can specify assay, grade, particle form, packaging, quantity, and intended application to help assess product suitability.

Bulk Product Supply

Supply enquiries may cover organic synthesis, specialty chemical manufacturing, and qualified industrial reduction processes. Availability and shipment arrangements depend on the required grade and applicable hazardous-material requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sodium Borohydride

What is Sodium Borohydride used for?
It is a reducing agent used in selected organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediate production, and specialty chemical processes.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Borohydride?
Its CAS number is 16940-66-2, and its chemical formula is NaBH₄.
Does Sodium Borohydride react with water?
Yes. It can react with water and acids, potentially releasing hydrogen gas. Follow the product-specific SDS for handling requirements.
What specifications should buyers check?
Confirm assay, impurities, physical form, packaging, moisture protection, and batch-specific documentation.

Sodium Borohydride MSDS

Request the Sodium Borohydride MSDS PDF for the supplied grade. Review the reactivity, moisture sensitivity, hydrogen-generation hazards, protective equipment, storage, first aid, and emergency-response instructions before handling.