Sodiummercaptododecaborate,BSH,10Benriched (CAS 12448-24-7) is a boron cluster compound specifically developed for applications requiring high boron-10 isotope content. As one of the most extensively studied boron delivery agents, 10B-enriched BSH plays an important role in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT), isotope chemistry, and boron cluster research.
Its polyhedral borane cage provides a high boron content per molecule while maintaining excellent chemical stability, making it a preferred choice for both academic research and pharmaceutical development.
Chemical Characteristics
Sodiummercaptododecaborate,BSH,10Benriched is a water-soluble boron cluster compound composed of a dodecaborate cage functionalized with a mercapto group. Compared with natural boron products, the enriched ¹⁰B isotope offers significantly higher neutron capture efficiency, making it particularly suitable for neutron-based applications.
The compound exhibits:
Applications
Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT)
BSH is one of the classic boron carriers investigated for BNCT. It delivers boron-10 to target tissues prior to neutron irradiation, supporting research into selective cancer treatment strategies.
Isotope Chemistry
The 10B-enriched material is widely used for isotope labeling, neutron physics studies, and boron isotope research.
Boron Cluster Synthesis
BSH serves as an important precursor for preparing functionalized boron cluster compounds used in medicinal chemistry, coordination chemistry, and materials science.
Nuclear Science
The compound is also employed in neutron-related research, radiation science, and the development of boron-containing functional materials.
We Also Supply
UCHEM also offers a complete portfolio of 10B-enriched boron compounds, including:
Decaborane(14) 10B (CAS: 488806-75-3)
O-Carborane 10B (CAS: 760207-79-2)
Sodium borohydride-10B (CAS: 72901-47-4)
These products are suitable for BNCT, isotope labeling, boron chemistry, and advanced research applications.
Supply Advantage
UCHEM provides high-purity Sodiummercaptododecaborate,BSH,10Benriched (CAS 12448-24-7) with reliable quality and stable supply. We support research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial customers with flexible packaging, prompt delivery, and professional technical support.
