Description

Pentaborane is a highly energetic boron hydride compound with the molecular formula B₅H₉. It serves as a specialized high-energy fuel additive and a valuable precursor in advanced materials synthesis, particularly for boron-based ceramics and polymers. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial developers in the aerospace, defense, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring high energy density or unique boron chemistry.

Application

• High-Energy Fuel Additive: Used as an ignition and combustion enhancer in specialized rocket and jet propulsion systems.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a boron source for depositing thin films of boron nitride or boron carbide on substrates.
• Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel boron-containing polymers with high thermal stability.
• Research & Development: Employed as a key reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying boron cluster chemistry and developing new organoboron compounds.
• Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT) Research: Investigated as a potential boron carrier for targeted cancer treatment research.
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the synthesis of supported boron catalysts for hydrogenation and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentaborane
CAS No.	19624-22-7
Molecular Formula	B₅H₉
Molecular Weight	63.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentaborane(9); Pentaboron nonahydride; Boron hydride (B5H9); Stable pentaborane; NSC 62795
EINECS	243-194-4

Quality Control

Our Pentaborane is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for demanding applications. All materials are accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry handling standards for high-energy and pyrophoric materials to guarantee safety and reliability throughout the supply chain.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled temperatures, typically between 2°C and 8°C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources, oxidizing agents, and moisture. Containers must be kept upright and securely sealed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Diborane (B₂H₆)	≤ 1.0%
Non-volatile residue	≤ 0.5%

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