Description

Lithium [2H4]Tetrahydroborate(1-) is a deuterated derivative of lithium borohydride, a versatile and powerful reducing agent. This compound is critical for applications requiring precise isotopic labeling, particularly in the synthesis of deuterated compounds for research and analytical standards. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it serves as a key reagent in deuteration reactions, NMR spectroscopy, and mechanistic studies.

Application

• Deuteration Reagent in Organic Synthesis: Used for the selective introduction of deuterium atoms into organic molecules, essential for creating isotopically labeled intermediates.
• NMR Spectroscopy & Analytical Standards: Serves as a precursor for preparing deuterated internal standards and solvents used in mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Employed in the synthesis of deuterated drug candidates to study metabolic pathways, improve pharmacokinetic profiles, and enhance patent life.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Used in the synthesis of deuterated polymers for neutron scattering studies to investigate polymer structure and dynamics.
• Catalysis & Mechanistic Studies: Acts as a reagent in catalytic deuteration processes and in studies to elucidate reaction mechanisms.
• Agrochemical Development: Applied in the creation of deuterated versions of pesticides and herbicides for environmental fate and metabolism studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium [2H4]Tetrahydroborate(1-)
CAS No.	15246-28-3
Molecular Formula	LiBD4
Molecular Weight	27.79 g/mol (for LiBD4)
Synonyms	Lithium Borodeuteride; Lithium Tetradeuterioborate; Lithium Borohydride-d4; LiBD4; Deuterated Lithium Borohydride; Lithium Tetrahydroborate-d4; Lithium Deuteroborohydride
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Quality Control

Our Lithium [2H4]Tetrahydroborate(1-) is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including NMR spectroscopy for deuterium enrichment and titration for chemical assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isotopic content, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical research and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a desiccator to prevent decomposition. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Deuterium Content (NMR)	≥ 98 atom % D
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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