Description

Triphenylgermane is an organogermanium compound featuring three phenyl groups bonded to a germanium atom. This compound serves as a versatile and critical precursor in advanced materials science and semiconductor research, valued for its role in depositing high-purity germanium-containing films. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors seeking reliable organometallic reagents.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing germanium-containing thin films in semiconductor and microelectronic device fabrication.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used as a building block for synthesizing novel organogermanium polymers, dendrimers, and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Catalysis Research: Acts as a ligand or catalyst component in organometallic chemistry and homogeneous catalysis development.
• Photonics and Optoelectronics: Employed in the research and development of materials for optical fibers, waveguides, and light-emitting devices.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce germanium moieties into polymer backbones to alter thermal, optical, or mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new reactions and properties in organogermanium chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triphenylgermane
CAS No.	2816-43-5
Molecular Formula	C18H16Ge
Molecular Weight	305.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Germanium, triphenyl-; Triphenylgermanium hydride; Hydridotriphenylgermane; Phenylgermane, triphenyl-; (Triphenylgermyl)hydride; Germane, triphenyl-; NSC 66425
EINECS	220-571-2

Quality Control

Our Triphenylgermane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, GC, and elemental analysis to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (by GC)	≥ 97.0%

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