Description

Tri(1H-Imidazol-1-Yl) Borohydride Potassium is a specialized organoboron reagent that serves as a highly effective and selective reducing agent. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to perform controlled reductions under mild conditions, offering chemists a powerful tool for complex synthetic transformations. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: As a key reagent for the selective reduction of carbonyl groups, imines, and other functional groups in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a precursor or co-catalyst in the development of chiral boron-based catalysts for enantioselective synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used in the controlled reduction of monomers or as an initiator/modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Applied in the synthesis of novel herbicide and pesticide intermediates requiring precise reduction steps.
• Organic Methodology Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial researchers developing new reduction protocols and exploring boron chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: For the manufacture of high-value, complex organic molecules where traditional reducing agents lack selectivity or cause side reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tri(1H-Imidazol-1-Yl) Borohydride Potassium
CAS No.	98047-23-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9BN6K
Molecular Weight	236.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Tri(1H-imidazol-1-yl)borohydride; Potassium Tri(imidazol-1-yl)borohydride; TBHK; Potassium Tris(imidazolyl)borohydride; KTBH; Borate(1-), tri(1H-imidazol-1-yl)hydro-, potassium (1:1); Potassium Hydrotris(imidazol-1-yl)borate; Borohydride(1-), tri(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-, potassium
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Quality Control

Our Tri(1H-Imidazol-1-Yl) Borohydride Potassium 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. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for materials intended for research and development use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) after opening to prevent decomposition. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Potassium Content (Titration)	16.0 - 17.5 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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