Production method of potassium borohydride

A simplified method for producing potassium borohydride through mixing and heat-treating solid raw materials at elevated temperatures addresses the complexity of existing methods, improving yield and efficiency.

JP2025121636APending Publication Date: 2025-08-20NIPPON LIGHT METAL CO LTD
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Application Number
JP2024017200
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-02-07
Publication Date
2025-08-20

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Technical Problem

Existing methods for producing potassium borohydride are complex and involve multiple steps, such as dispersing powders in non-polar liquids or generating solutions and solids, which complicates the production process.

Method used

A method involving mixing solid raw materials containing an alkali metal compound, a fluoride, and at least one material selected from an aluminum compound and aluminum, followed by a heat treatment at a temperature higher than 560°C, with optional pretreatment steps and a hydrogen atmosphere.

Benefits of technology

This approach simplifies the production process and enhances the yield of potassium borohydride by optimizing the reaction conditions and minimizing impurities.

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Abstract

To produce potassium borohydride by a simple process.SOLUTION: A production method of potassium borohydride comprises a reaction process in which solid raw materials, including an alkali metal compound, fluoride, and at least one or more materials selected from aluminum compounds and aluminum, are mixed and heat-treated at a temperature greater than 560°C.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 5
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