Potassium borohydride
CAS Number13762-51-1
FormulaKBH4
Mol. Weight53.94 g/mol
Potassium borohydride
What is Potassium borohydride?
Potassium borohydride is a chemical compound with CAS number 13762-51-1 and molecular formula KBH4. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Reactant commonly used as a reducing agent1,2 and as a boron source3,4
Specifications
Linear Formula
KBH4
Molecular Weight
53.94 g/mol
Grade
purum
Assay/Purity
≥98%
Density
1.18 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS02
GHS05
GHS06Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H260-H301-H311-H314
Precautionary Statements
P223-P231 + P232-P280-P301 + P310-P370 + P378-P422
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Melting Point
500 °C (dec.)(lit.)
EC Number
237-360-5
WGK Germany
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