Description

Germanium Monoxide is an inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and electronics. Its unique semiconducting and optical properties make it a valuable precursor for specialized thin-film deposition and research into novel germanium-based compounds. This high-purity material is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the semiconductor, infrared optics, and catalysis sectors seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Used as a precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of germanium-containing thin films for advanced electronic devices.
• Infrared Optics: Serves as a starting material in the synthesis of germanium-based glasses and crystals used in infrared lenses, windows, and optical fibers.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst support in specialized organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Phosphor Production: Acts as a dopant or component in the manufacture of certain luminescent materials and phosphors.
• Specialty Alloys: Employed in the development of specialized germanium alloys with tailored thermal or electrical properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a standard or reagent in specific spectroscopic and analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Germanium Monoxide
CAS No.	20619-16-3
Molecular Formula	GeO
Molecular Weight	88.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Germanium(II) Oxide; Germanous Oxide; Oxogermylene; GeO; Germanium oxide (GeO); EINECS 243-964-7
EINECS	243-964-7

Quality Control

Our Germanium Monoxide 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 purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown-black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GeO)	≥ 99.0%
Germanium Dioxide (GeO₂)	≤ 0.5%
Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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