Beryllium
Beryllium (CAS 7440-41-7) is a hard, lightweight, steel-grey alkaline-earth metal with the symbol Be and a molar mass of 9.01 g/mol. Supplied as high-purity chunks at 99.9% assay, it has a very high melting point (1278 °C) and low density (1.85 g/mL). Tech Serve Solutions supplies it as a research and inorganic-synthesis reagent — for example as a starting material for arylberyllium compounds and beryllium phthalocyanine. Beryllium and its dusts are highly toxic and carcinogenic by inhalation.
- IUPAC
- Glucinium
- Synonyms
- BerylliumGluciniumGlucinumBeryllium metalBe
Organoberyllium synthesis
Used as a starting material for sterically encumbered arylberyllium compounds, supporting the preparation of novel organometallic species in research settings.
Beryllium phthalocyanine preparation
Serves as a reagent in the synthesis of beryllium phthalocyanine, a macrocyclic metal complex of interest in coordination chemistry.
Metal-mediated dechlorination
Employed as a reactive metal in metal-mediated dechlorination chemistry, where the reducing metal assists in cleaving carbon–chlorine bonds.
Inorganic and materials research
Used more broadly as a high-purity metal reagent in catalysis, inorganic chemistry and materials and ceramic science investigations.
| Molecular weight | 9.01 |
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| Empirical formula | Be |
| Assay | 99.9% |
| Form | chunks |
| Boiling point | 2970 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.85 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Autoignition temp | 1198 °F |
| Melting point | 1278 °C(lit.) |
| Application | Starting material for novel sterically encumbered arylberyllium compounds.1Reagent for:• Synthesis of beryllium phthalocyanine2• Metal mediated dechlorination3 |
Hazard statements
- H301Toxic if swallowed
- H315Causes skin irritation
- H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319Causes serious eye irritation
- H330Fatal if inhaled
- H335May cause respiratory irritation
- H350I
- H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged exposure
Precautionary statements
- P201Obtain special instructions before use
- P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray
- P280Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye/face protection
- P284Wear respiratory protection
- P301IF SWALLOWED
- P305IF IN EYES
| Protective equipment | Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P2 (EN 143) respirator cartridges |
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| Transport (UN / ADR) | UN 1567 6.1/PG 2 |
| Water hazard class (WGK, DE) | 3 |
| Hazard codes (EU) | T+ |
| Risk statements (R) | 49-25-26-36/37/38-43-48/23 |
| Safety statements (S) | 53-45 |
Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.
| Resistivity | 4.46 μΩ-cm, 20°C |
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Documentation
Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.
Supply & logistics
Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.
What is Beryllium used for?
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Beryllium is a high-purity metal reagent used in inorganic and organometallic chemistry. Documented uses include acting as a starting material for sterically encumbered arylberyllium compounds, as a reagent for the synthesis of beryllium phthalocyanine, and in metal-mediated dechlorination. It is also applied generally in catalysis, materials science and metal and ceramic research.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of Beryllium?
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Beryllium has the CAS number 7440-41-7 and the chemical symbol Be. Its molecular weight is 9.01 g/mol, the EC number is 231-150-7 and the MDL number is MFCD00134032.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies Beryllium as high-purity metal chunks with an assay of 99.9%, offered as a technical and research-grade reagent for synthesis and materials applications. We do not represent it as USP, BP or EP pharmacopoeial grade. Full specifications are confirmed on the certificate of analysis for each batch.
Is Beryllium hazardous, and how should it be handled?
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Yes. Beryllium carries the GHS06 and GHS08 pictograms with the signal word Danger. It is fatal if inhaled (H330), toxic if swallowed (H301), may cause cancer by inhalation (H350i), causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (H372), and may cause skin and respiratory irritation and allergic skin reaction (H315, H317, H319, H335). Handle only with appropriate engineering controls, avoid generating dust or fumes, and use eye and face protection, gloves and a type P2 (EN 143) respirator. Consult the Safety Data Sheet before use.
How is Beryllium packed, shipped and exported?
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Beryllium is packed in securely sealed containers appropriate to a toxic metal and labelled in line with its GHS classification. It is classified for transport as UN 1567, Class 6.1, Packing Group II, and is shipped in compliance with applicable dangerous-goods regulations. Tech Serve Solutions exports worldwide with full documentation; packaging and consignment details are confirmed at the time of order.
How do I request a sample or quote?
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Contact Tech Serve Solutions with your required quantity, purity and destination, and our team will respond with availability, lead time and a formal quotation. Please note that beryllium is a hazardous, carcinogenic metal, so supply is subject to appropriate handling capability and regulatory compliance.
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