Description

Magnesium Borohydride is a versatile and powerful inorganic reducing agent with the CAS registry number 16903-37-0. This compound is critical for synthetic chemistry, offering high hydrogen storage capacity and selective reduction capabilities. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors for hydrogen storage applications and the synthesis of complex molecules.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage Material: A key component in solid-state hydrogen storage systems due to its high gravimetric hydrogen density.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a selective reducing agent for carbonyl compounds, imines, and other functional groups in organic and organometallic synthesis.
• Battery Electrolytes: Investigated as an additive or component in novel electrolyte formulations for magnesium-ion and other next-generation batteries.
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of finely divided metal catalysts and nanostructured materials via reduction processes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in specific polymerization reactions and cross-linking processes.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable reagent for exploratory chemistry in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Borohydride
CAS No.	16903-37-0
Molecular Formula	Mg(BH4)2
Molecular Weight	53.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium tetrahydroborate; Magnesium boranate; Tetrahydroboratomagnesium; Magnesium(2+) tetrahydroborate; Mg(BH4)2; Borate(1-), tetrahydro-, magnesium (2:1)
EINECS	240-968-3

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Borohydride is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Mg(BH4)2)	≥ 95.0%
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0%
Magnesium (Mg) Content	Contact for details
Boron (B) Content	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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