Description

Bis(Chloromethyl)Dimethylgermane is a specialized organogermanium compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced material synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring reactive chloromethyl groups attached to a germanium center, makes it a valuable precursor for creating novel polymers, coatings, and semiconductor materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, polymer science, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop materials with tailored thermal, optical, or electronic properties.

Application

• Precursor for Advanced Polymers: Used in the synthesis of germanium-containing polymers and resins for high-performance coatings and engineering plastics.
• Semiconductor & Electronics Manufacturing: Serves as a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) precursor for germanium-based thin films and nanomaterials.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key reagent in organometallic chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures containing germanium.
• Material Science Research: Employed in R&D for developing novel hybrid organic-inorganic materials (MOFs, coordination polymers) with specific functionalities.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Utilized to synthesize novel germanium-based catalysts or ligands for specialized chemical transformations.
• Surface Modification Agent: Applied to modify surface properties of substrates like silicon or glass for improved adhesion or specific surface characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Chloromethyl)Dimethylgermane
CAS No.	21581-91-9
Molecular Formula	C4H10Cl2Ge
Molecular Weight	205.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethylbis(chloromethyl)germane; (Chloromethyl)dimethylgermane; Germane, bis(chloromethyl)dimethyl-; Dimethylgermanium dichloride derivative; Chloromethyl-dimethylgermane; Organogermanium compound 21581-91-9; Bis-CMDMG
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Quality Control

Our production of Bis(Chloromethyl)Dimethylgermane adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for demanding applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%

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