Description

Triethylgermanium Hydride is an organogermanium compound characterized by its germanium-hydride bond. This compound is a valuable reagent in organometallic chemistry and materials science, serving as a versatile precursor for the synthesis of more complex germanium-containing molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and surface functionalization.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Used as a precursor for germanium-containing thin films in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes.
• Photovoltaics: Acts as a dopant or intermediate in the development of advanced solar cell materials.
• Organometallic Synthesis: A key reagent for introducing the triethylgermyl group into organic and inorganic frameworks via hydrometallation or substitution reactions.
• Polymer Science: Employed in the synthesis of germanium-based polymers and hybrid materials with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Surface Modification: Used to functionalize silicon or other semiconductor surfaces for sensor or electronic device applications.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in hydrogenation and other reduction reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylgermanium Hydride
CAS No.	1188-14-3
Molecular Formula	C6H16Ge
Molecular Weight	161.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Germanium, hydridotriethyl-; Hydridotriethylgermane; Triethylgermane; Triethylgermanium monohydride; Et3GeH; Triethylgermanium(III) hydride
EINECS	214-690-8

Quality Control

Our Triethylgermanium Hydride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or NMR and impurity profiling, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. The storage area should be cool, dry, and well-ventilated, away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (NMR)	≥ 97.0%

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