Description

Calcium Borohydride Bis(Tetrahydrofuran) is a versatile and highly reactive inorganic coordination complex, widely recognized for its utility as a powerful and selective reducing agent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to facilitate challenging hydrogenation and reduction reactions under mild conditions, offering chemists a critical tool for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pilot plants, and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise control over chemical transformations is paramount.

Application

• Selective Carbonyl Reduction: Used for the chemoselective reduction of aldehydes and ketones in the presence of other sensitive functional groups.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for stereoselective reductions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a catalyst or initiator in the polymerization and cross-linking of specialty polymers and resins.
• Hydrogen Storage Material Research: Investigated as a component or precursor in solid-state hydrogen storage systems due to its high hydrogen content.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Facilitates the production of high-value agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances through precise reduction steps.
• Laboratory-Scale Organic Synthesis: A staple reducing agent in academic and industrial R&D for methodological development and compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Borohydride Bis(Tetrahydrofuran)
CAS No.	92618-13-8
Molecular Formula	C8H22B2CaO2
Molecular Weight	203.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium Tetrahydroborate Bis(THF) Complex; Calcium Borohydride-THF Adduct; Calcium Bis(tetrahydrofuran) Borohydride; Tetrahydrofuran Complex of Calcium Borohydride; Ca(BH4)2·2THF; Calcium Boranate Tetrahydrofuran Solvate
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Quality Control

Our Calcium Borohydride Bis(Tetrahydrofuran) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay purity, solvent content, and identity confirmation. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ca(BH4)2 basis)	≥ 95.0%
THF Content	Balance
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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