Description

Tetrakis(Pentafluorophenyl)Germane is a highly fluorinated organogermanium compound, serving as a versatile and reactive precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of germanium's metalloid properties and the electron-withdrawing, thermally stable pentafluorophenyl ligands, enabling precise control in catalytic and polymerization systems. This compound is essential for R&D and production teams in the semiconductor, specialty polymer, and organometallic catalyst industries seeking to develop next-generation electronic materials and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Precursor for Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used in the fabrication of thin-film germanium-containing layers for advanced semiconductor devices and microelectronics.
• Catalyst Component in Polymerization: Acts as a co-catalyst or ligand in Ziegler-Natta and metallocene systems for the synthesis of specialty polyolefins and fluorinated polymers.
• Synthesis of Organogermanium Reagents: Serves as a key starting material for creating novel germanium-based Grignard-type reagents and other functionalized organometallics for organic synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in developing novel germanium-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize silicon, glass, or metal oxide surfaces with fluorinated organic groups to alter wettability, adhesion, and chemical resistance.
• Luminescent Material Development: Investigated as a building block for germanium complexes with potential applications in OLEDs and photoluminescent sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrakis(Pentafluorophenyl)Germane
CAS No.	1452-12-6
Molecular Formula	C24F20Ge
Molecular Weight	693.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Germane, tetrakis(2,3,4,5,6-pentafluorophenyl)-; Tetrakis(pentafluorophenyl)germane; Tetrakis(perfluorophenyl)germane; Germanium, tetrakis(pentafluorophenyl)-; Pentafluorophenylgermane; (Perfluorophenyl)germane; Ge(C6F5)4; TPFPG
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrakis(Pentafluorophenyl)Germane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR (1H, 19F, 13C), FT-IR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing the exact specifications of your order.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The container should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (NMR)	≥ 97.0%
19F NMR Purity	Conforms
Melting Point	Contact for details
Elemental Analysis (C, F)	Within theoretical range
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (THF, toluene, dichloromethane)

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