Sodium cyanoborohydride
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| Sodium cyanoborohydride | |
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| General | |
| Other names | Sodium cyanotrihydridoborate |
| Molecular formula | NaBH3CN |
| Molar mass | 62.84 g/mol |
| Appearance | white to off-white powder hygroscopic |
| CAS number | [25895-60-7] |
| Properties | |
| Density and phase | 1.20 g/cm3, solid |
| Solubility in water | soluble |
| Melting point | 241°C (decomposes) |
| Boiling point | ? |
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| EU classification | not listed |
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Sodium cyanoborohydride (NaBH3(CN)) is a chemical compound.
Conditions/substances to avoid are: heat, flame, ignition sources, water, moist air, acids and strong oxidizers.
[edit] Uses
Sodium cyanoborohydride is a mild reducing agent, ideal for reducing imines. It is used for reductive aminations.
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