12046-04-7

Basic information

• Product Name: AMMONIUM PENTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE
• Synonyms: AMMONIUM PENTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE;AmmoniumPentaboratePurified;Borate(5-), bis.mu.-oxotetraoxodiborato(4-)-, ammonium tetrahydrogen, dihydrate, (T-4)-;Ammonium Pentaborate, Tetrahydrate, Reagent
• CAS NO: 12046-04-7
• Molecular Formula: B5H12NO12
• Molecular Weight: 272.15
• Mol File: 12046-04-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 110℃
• Appearance: White/Powder
• Density: 1.58
• Water Solubility: Soluble only in water.
• CAS DataBase Reference: AMMONIUM PENTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: AMMONIUM PENTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE(12046-04-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: AMMONIUM PENTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE(12046-04-7)

Safety Data

• WGK Germany: 3
• TSCA: Yes
• Hazardous Substances Data: 12046-04-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Ammonium Pentaborate Tetrahydrate is a chemical compound with the formula (NH4)2B10H10. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and has a variety of applications across different industries due to its unique properties.

Uses

Used in Electronics Industry:
Ammonium Pentaborate Tetrahydrate is used as a component in the preparation of both wet and dry electrolytic capacitors. Its properties make it suitable for enhancing the performance and reliability of these capacitors.
Used in Fire Safety:
Ammonium Pentaborate Tetrahydrate is used as a flame retardant in various applications, such as gunning and patching compounds for extending the life of basic refractories. This helps in improving the fire resistance of materials and reducing the risk of fire-related incidents.
Used in Welding and Soldering:
Ammonium Pentaborate Tetrahydrate is used in the preparation of special welding, soldering, and brazing fluxes for stainless steel or various non-ferrous metals, where alkali borates cannot be used. Its presence in these fluxes improves the efficiency and quality of the welding and soldering processes.
Used in Wood Industry:
Ammonium Pentaborate Tetrahydrate is used in the preparation method of plywood flame retardant for flame retardant plywood. This application enhances the safety of wood products by reducing their flammability and providing additional protection against fire hazards.