Description

Tri-n-Butylgermanium Chloride is an organogermanium compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced material synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the tri-n-butylgermyl functional group into target molecules, enabling precise modifications to material properties. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of semiconductor precursors, polymer catalysts, and organometallic chemistry for developing novel electronic and catalytic materials.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a precursor for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes to deposit germanium-containing thin films.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serving as a key ligand or co-catalyst component in polymerization and organic synthesis reactions.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel organogermanium polymers and hybrid materials with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: For the preparation of more complex organogermanium compounds via nucleophilic substitution or coupling reactions.
• Surface Modification Agent: To functionalize silicon, glass, or metal oxide surfaces with germanium-based monolayers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tri-n-Butylgermanium Chloride
CAS No.	2117-36-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₇ClGe
Molecular Weight	279.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Chlorotributylgermane; Tributylgermanium Chloride; Tributylchlorogermane; (Tributylgermyl)chloride; Germanium, chlorotributyl-; Chlorotributylstannane (related analog); TBGeCl; n-Tributylgermanium Chloride
EINECS	218-317-4

Quality Control

Our Tri-n-Butylgermanium Chloride is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture ingress and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.15 g/cm³

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