Description

Borane-Triethylamine Complex is a versatile and widely used reducing agent in organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to perform selective reductions, particularly of carboxylic acids to alcohols and for the hydroboration of alkenes and alkynes. It is an essential reagent for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable and controlled reduction reactions.

Application

• Selective Reduction of Carboxylic Acids: A preferred reagent for the chemoselective reduction of carboxylic acids to primary alcohols in the presence of other functional groups.
• Hydroboration Reactions: Acts as a hydroborating agent for alkenes and alkynes, providing a route to organoboranes for subsequent cross-coupling or oxidation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Used in key reduction steps during the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides where controlled reduction is required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a reducing agent and catalyst in specific polymerization processes and polymer modification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Applied in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A staple reagent in R&D laboratories for developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Borane-Triethylamine Complex
CAS No.	1722-26-5
Molecular Formula	C6H18BN
Molecular Weight	115.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Borane-Triethylamine; Triethylamine-Borane Complex; Borane-N,N-Diethylethanamine; TEAB; Borane-Amine Complex; Triethylamine Borane; Borane, compd. with triethylamine (1:1); N,N-Diethylethanamine Borane
EINECS	217-014-7

Quality Control

Our Borane-Triethylamine Complex is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its sensitivity to moisture and air. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.