Sodium Borohydride

Sodium Borohydride

Sodium borohydride (NaBH₄) is a versatile inorganic compound with reducing agent properties widely used in various industries.

Chemical Formula: NaBH₄

CAS Number: 16940-66-2

Grade: Granular, Powder

Appearance:  A white crystalline solid.

Uses:

• Bleaching Agent: It is used in the pulp and paper industry as a bleaching agent and deinking agent for recycled paper.

• Cleaning Agent: Used in homemade cleaning solutions for various surfaces.

• Dyeing and Color Fixing: Sodium borohydride can be used in the textile industry as a dyeing auxiliary and color-fixing agent.

Industry and Common Applications:

• Pharmaceuticals: Sodium borohydride is widely used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Textile and Leather Industry: It helps fix reactive dyes and vat dyes to textile fibers, improving the color fastness, brightness, and durability of dyed fabrics.

• Analytical Chemistry: It serves as an analytical reagent and standard in chemical analysis, laboratory tests, and research experiments.