Description

Potassium Triphenylborohydride is a versatile and highly selective reducing agent, prized for its stability and solubility in organic solvents. Its primary value lies in enabling precise and efficient reduction reactions, particularly for carbonyl compounds and in the synthesis of complex molecules, where it offers superior chemoselectivity compared to other hydride reagents. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where high-purity intermediates are critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Selective reduction of ketones, aldehydes, and imines in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Used as a stoichiometric reductant or a hydride source in asymmetric hydrogenation and transfer hydrogenation reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Initiator or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and boron-containing materials.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Key reagent for constructing chiral centers in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reduction methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems to improve electrolyte stability and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Triphenylborohydride
CAS No.	99747-36-1
Molecular Formula	C18H15BK
Molecular Weight	282.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Triphenylborohydride; Potassium Hydridotriphenylborate; Triphenylborohydride Potassium Salt; KTPBH; Potassium Triphenylhydroborate; KBPh3H; Hydridotriphenylborate(1-) Potassium; Potassium Tetraphenylborohydride Analog
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Triphenylborohydride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Solubility	Soluble in THF, DMSO; sparingly soluble in toluene

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