Description

Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Borohydride is a versatile organophosphorus reagent that functions as a stable and selective source of hydride. This compound is valued for its utility in organic synthesis, particularly in reduction and deoxygenation reactions where milder or more selective conditions are required compared to traditional borohydride reagents. It is a critical material for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking efficient synthetic pathways.

Application

• Selective Reducing Agent in organic synthesis for the reduction of aldehydes, ketones, and acid chlorides under mild conditions.
• Deoxygenation Reactions, useful for converting epoxides to alkenes or for other oxygen-removal transformations.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor in transition metal catalysis and the preparation of phosphonium-based ionic liquids.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis, enabling key reduction steps in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Chemistry, employed in the synthesis and modification of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Research & Development for exploring new methodologies in academic and industrial laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Borohydride
CAS No.	18117-29-8
Molecular Formula	C25H26BP
Molecular Weight	368.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyltriphenylphosphonium Tetrahydroborate; (Benzyl)triphenylphosphonium Borohydride; Benzyl(triphenyl)phosphonium Boranate; Tetrahydroborate(1-), (phenylmethyl)triphenylphosphonium; Phosphonium, (phenylmethyl)triphenyl-, tetrahydroborate(1-); Triphenylbenzylphosphonium Borohydride; BTPP-BH4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and other critical parameters are available upon request. We adhere to strict internal quality management protocols to guarantee the reliability required for research and process-scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and may require handling in a dry inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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