Description

Lithium Aluminum Hydride (LiAlH₄) is a powerful and versatile inorganic reducing agent essential for synthetic organic and inorganic chemistry. Its high reactivity makes it invaluable for the selective reduction of a wide range of functional groups, including carbonyls, esters, and epoxides. This compound is a critical raw material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking efficient and high-yield synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for the reduction of esters, lactones, and amides to produce valuable alcohol and amine intermediates in API manufacturing.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including fragrances, flavors, and specialty polymers, where precise reduction is required.
• Inorganic & Materials Chemistry: Employed in the preparation of metal hydrides and as a reducing agent in the synthesis of novel inorganic compounds and ceramic precursors.
• Hydrogen Storage Research: Acts as a model compound and precursor in the development of complex hydride systems for solid-state hydrogen storage applications.
• Laboratory-Scale Organic Synthesis: A staple reagent in research laboratories for the reduction of ketones, aldehydes, carboxylic acids, and nitriles to their corresponding alcohols or amines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Aluminum Hydride
CAS No.	16853-85-3
Molecular Formula	LiAlH₄
Molecular Weight	37.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Aluminium Hydride; LAH; Lithium Tetrahydroaluminate; Lithium Aluminohydride; Aluminium Lithium Hydride; Lithium Tetrahydridoaluminate; LiAlH4
EINECS	240-877-9

Quality Control

Our Lithium Aluminum Hydride is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay purity, active hydride content, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required by research and industrial chemical users.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly hygroscopic and pyrophoric nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture, heat, and oxidizing agents. For long-term stability, storage at room temperature (15-25°C) in a dedicated flammable solids cabinet is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to grayish crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (LiAlH₄)	≥ 95.0 %
Active Hydride Content	≥ 10.5 % w/w
Solubility (in Et₂O/THF)	Clear solution
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %

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