Thermo Scientific™ Sodium triacetoxyborohydride 95%

Specifications:

ADR Classification: 4.3 III (Substances that emit flammable gases when in contact with water)

GHS Classification: GHS02 (Flammable), GHS05 (Corrosive), GHS07 (Harmful)

Sodium Triacetoxyborohydride (NaB(OAc)₃H) is a 95% pure reducing agent used extensively in organic synthesis. This reagent is widely utilized for the reduction of carbonyl compounds, such as aldehydes and ketones, to the corresponding alcohols. It is also used in asymmetric reduction and hydrogenation reactions, making it a versatile reagent in chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical development.

This product is suitable for mild reduction reactions, where selective reductions are required without the need for harsh reagents. It is also used for reduction of esters and in the preparation of organic intermediates.

The reagent is provided in glass bottles and is available in multiple sizes, including 5 g, 25 g, and 100 g quantities.

Key Features:

1. High Purity (95%):
   • The 95% purity ensures reliable performance in reduction reactions and organic synthesis, making it ideal for laboratory and industrial applications.
2. Selective Reducing Agent:
   • Used for the reduction of aldehydes, ketones, and esters to the corresponding alcohols in organic synthesis.
3. Mild Reaction Conditions:
   • Reacts under mild conditions, allowing for selective reductions without the need for high temperatures or pressures, making it suitable for sensitive compounds.
4. Greener Chemistry:
   • As a greener alternative reagent, Sodium Triacetoxyborohydride provides an environmentally friendly option for sustainable chemistry practices.
5. Versatile Applications:
   • Ideal for asymmetric reductions, ester reductions, and hydrogenation reactions, making it useful in pharmaceutical synthesis and chemical industries.

Applications:

• Organic Synthesis: Widely used for the reduction of aldehydes and ketones to their corresponding alcohols and amines.
• Asymmetric Reduction: Used for asymmetric synthesis in the creation of chirally pure compounds in pharmaceutical development.
• Pharmaceutical Industry: Used to synthesize pharmaceutical intermediates, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Industry: Utilized in the production of organic chemicals, including polymer intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Environmental Chemistry: Involved in the reduction of pollutants or other harmful compounds.

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Storage:

• Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place to maintain the integrity and purity of the product.

Conclusion:

Sodium Triacetoxyborohydride 95% from Thermo Fisher Scientific is an essential reductant in organic synthesis, offering selective reductions under mild conditions. Its high purity, versatile applications, and green chemistry benefits make it a valuable reagent for research labs, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and chemical synthesis. Available in convenient packaging sizes, it is an efficient solution for your reduction reactions and synthetic processes.