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Sodium hydride (CAS 7646-69-7)

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CAS Number:
7646-69-7
Molecular Weight:
24.00
Molecular Formula:
NaH
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This is as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
Available in US only.
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Sodium hydride (NaH) stands as a inorganic compound. Its properties as a robust base and potent reducing agent render it indispensable in various organic and inorganic chemical reactions. Furthermore, it assumes a pivotal role in the synthesis of diverse organic compounds. The wide-ranging applications of sodium hydride in scientific research stem from its remarkable properties as a strong base and a potent reducing agent. It serves as a key component in numerous organic and inorganic chemical reactions, enabling the synthesis of organic compounds, agrochemicals, and polymers. Additionally, it finds utility in the synthesis of metal complexes and organometallic compounds. Given its nature as a strong base and powerful reducing agent, sodium hydride exhibits the ability to abstract protons from organic molecules and reduce metal ions to their elemental form. Moreover, it catalyzes a wide array of organic reactions, including hydrolysis, esterification, and amination. These versatile properties contribute to its significance in scientific research, offering useful for researchers across various disciplines.


Sodium hydride (CAS 7646-69-7) References

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Sodium hydride, 10 g

sc-253585
10 g
$57.00
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Sodium hydride, 100 g

sc-253585A
100 g
$94.00
US: Only available in the US