Description

Chloro(Chloromethyl)Dimethylgermane is a specialized organogermanium compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced material synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity, offering a bifunctional handle for introducing germanium into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of semiconductor precursors, polymer chemistry, and organometallic catalysis. Its controlled reactivity makes it a critical reagent for developing novel materials with tailored electronic and structural properties.

Application

• Semiconductor & Electronics: As a precursor for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes to deposit germanium-containing thin films.
• Polymer & Material Science: As a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing germanium-modified polymers, silicones, and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Organometallic Synthesis: As a key intermediate for preparing more complex organogermanium compounds, ligands, and catalysts used in organic synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Research: As a building block for investigating novel bioactive organogermanium compounds in medicinal chemistry.
• Surface Modification: For functionalizing surfaces (e.g., silicon wafers, nanoparticles) with germanium-based groups to alter surface properties.
• Specialty Chemicals: In the synthesis of specialty catalysts, stabilizers, and additives for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro(Chloromethyl)Dimethylgermane
CAS No.	6727-64-6
Molecular Formula	C3H8Cl2Ge
Molecular Weight	187.59 g/mol
Synonyms	(Chloromethyl)dimethylchlorogermane; Dimethyl(chloromethyl)chlorogermane; Chloromethyl(dimethyl)chlorogermane; Chloro(chloromethyl)dimethylgermane; (Chloromethyl)chlorodimethylgermane; Dimethylgermyl(chloromethyl) chloride; Germane, chloro(chloromethyl)dimethyl-; (Dimethylchlorogermyl)methyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our Chloro(Chloromethyl)Dimethylgermane is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. We adhere to a quality management system to support research and industrial scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Chloromethyl Content	Confirmatory
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.4 g/mL

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