Description

Germanium(IV) Ethoxide is a high-purity metal-organic compound primarily used as a precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a critical source of germanium for sol-gel processes and chemical vapor deposition, enabling the production of specialized oxides and thin films. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the semiconductor, optical coating, and catalysis industries seeking reliable, high-quality precursors for nanotechnology applications.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of germanium oxide (GeO2) thin films for electronic devices.
• Optical Coatings: Key starting material in sol-gel processes to produce high-refractive-index germanium-based coatings for lenses, filters, and optical fibers.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Used in the preparation of heterogeneous catalysts and catalyst supports where germanium acts as a promoter or active component.
• Nanomaterial Production: Serves as a germanium source for the synthesis of germanium nanoparticles, nanowires, and other nanostructured materials.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: A dopant or modifier in the production of specialty glasses and ceramics with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new germanium-containing materials and compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Germanium(IV) Ethoxide
CAS No.	14165-55-0
Molecular Formula	C8H20GeO4
Molecular Weight	236.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraethoxygermane; Germanium Ethoxide; Tetraethyl Orthogermanate; Ethyl Germanate; Germanium Tetraethoxide; Tetraethoxygermanium; Germanium(4+) Ethoxide; Ge(OEt)4
EINECS	238-011-2

Quality Control

Our Germanium(IV) Ethoxide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support requirements for research, electronic, and advanced material grades.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, it is recommended to handle and store this material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) and at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to maintain stability and prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ge Content)	≥ 99.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.12 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.410
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	< 0.5%

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