Description

Methyldichlorogallium is an organometallic compound of gallium, serving as a key precursor in advanced materials synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in depositing high-purity gallium-containing thin films, which are critical for next-generation electronic and optoelectronic devices. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality metalorganic sources.

Application

• Metalorganic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD): A crucial precursor for the epitaxial growth of gallium nitride (GaN) and related III-V compound semiconductor films.
• Thin Film Fabrication: Used in the production of electronic and optoelectronic components, including LEDs, laser diodes, and high-power/high-frequency transistors.
• Advanced Materials Research: Serves as a starting material in laboratories for synthesizing novel gallium-based complexes and nanomaterials.
• Solar Cell Technology: Employed in the development of high-efficiency photovoltaic cells that utilize gallium arsenide (GaAs) and other III-V semiconductors.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Acts as a reagent or catalyst precursor in specialized organic and inorganic synthesis reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyldichlorogallium
CAS No.	6917-74-4
Molecular Formula	CH3GaCl2
Molecular Weight	159.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloromethylgallium; Methylgallium Dichloride; Gallium, dichloromethyl-; Methyldichlorogallane; GaMeCl2; MOCVD Ga Precursor
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Quality Control

Our Methyldichlorogallium is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive deposition processes. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including NMR, GC-MS, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0% (min.)
Gallium (Ga) Content	43.0 - 44.0 %
Chlorine (Cl) Content	44.0 - 45.0 %

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