Description

Bis(Triphenylphosphine)Iminium Borohydride is a versatile organophosphorus salt primarily used as a selective reducing agent and catalyst precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a source of hydride ions under mild conditions, enabling precise transformations critical for producing high-value intermediates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing complex molecules.

Application

• Selective Reduction Agent: For the chemoselective reduction of aldehydes, ketones, and imines in the presence of other sensitive functional groups.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for generating active catalysts in cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring precise stereochemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Facilitates the creation of chiral centers in fine chemical and natural product synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Triphenylphosphine)Iminium Borohydride
CAS No.	65013-26-5
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₃₅BNP₂
Molecular Weight	548.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(triphenylphosphine)iminium tetrahydroborate; [PPN][BH4]; PPNBH4; (Triphenylphosphoranylidene)aminium Borohydride; Bis(triphenylphosphine)imine Borohydride; Tetrakis(triphenylphosphine)iminium Borohydride (common misnomer); Phosphazenium Borohydride; 1,1,1-Triphenyl-λ⁵-phosphanaminium Borohydride
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Triphenylphosphine)Iminium Borohydride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain stability and efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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