Description

Hexaethyldigermoxane is a high-purity organogermanium compound with the CAS number 2538-70-7. This chemical serves as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and organic transformations. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the semiconductor, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors.

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 polymerization reactions for creating novel polymeric materials.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of other organogermanium compounds for research and development.
• Reagent in organic synthesis for the introduction of germanium-based functional groups.
• Potential use in the development of photovoltaic materials and optoelectronic devices.
• Starting material for surface modification and the creation of germanium-based nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Hexaethyldigermoxane
CAS No.	2538-70-7
Molecular Formula	C12H30Ge2O
Molecular Weight	327.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(triethylgermyl) oxide; Triethylgermyloxy-triethylgermane; Digermoxane, hexaethyl-; 1,1,1,3,3,3-Hexaethyl-1,3-digermoxane; Et3Ge-O-GeEt3; Hexaethyl digermoxane; Triethylgermanium oxide dimer
EINECS	219-794-5

Quality Control

Our Hexaethyldigermoxane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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