Description

Acetic Acid, Tributylgermanium is an organogermanium compound where a germanium atom is coordinated by three butyl groups and an acetate ligand. This compound serves as a valuable precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and organic transformations, offering unique reactivity due to the germanium center. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel materials and catalytic processes.

Application

• Precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of germanium-containing thin films in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Catalyst or co-catalyst in specialized organic synthesis, including polymerization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Intermediate in the research and development of novel organometallic compounds and materials science.
• Potential use in the synthesis of germanium-based nanoparticles or quantum dots for optoelectronic applications.
• Starting material for surface modification agents and functional coatings.
• Reagent in academic and industrial research exploring the chemistry of Group 14 metallorganics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, Tributylgermanium
CAS No.	1112-65-8
Molecular Formula	C14H30GeO2
Molecular Weight	303.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Tributylgermanium acetate; Acetoxytributylgermane; Tributylgermyl acetate; Butylgermanium acetate; Ge(Ac)Bu3; (Acetato-O)tributylgermane; Tributyl(acetato)germane; Tributylgermanium(IV) acetate
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Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid, Tributylgermanium is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We are committed to meeting the exacting standards required for research and high-tech industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.1 g/mL
Related Substances (GC)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.