Description

Methyltris(trifluoromethyl)germane is an organogermanium compound characterized by a central germanium atom bonded to a methyl group and three trifluoromethyl groups. This unique structure imparts significant volatility and reactivity, making it a valuable precursor in advanced materials synthesis and organometallic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, electronics, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and the development of novel fluorinated materials.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a potential precursor for germanium-containing thin films via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serving as a key building block for synthesizing novel fluorinated organogermanium polymers and hybrid materials with unique thermal and chemical resistance.
• Catalysis Research: Acting as a ligand or catalyst component in specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions due to its electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl groups.
• Electronics: Research into its use for doping or modifying the properties of electronic materials to enhance performance.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilization in the research and development of fluorinated compounds for life science applications.
• Surface Modification: Application in creating hydrophobic or oleophobic coatings on various substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyltris(trifluoromethyl)germane
CAS No.	66348-19-4
Molecular Formula	C4H3F9Ge
Molecular Weight	274.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Germane, methyltris(trifluoromethyl)-; Methyl-germane-tris(trifluoromethyl); Tris(trifluoromethyl)methylgermane; (Trifluoromethyl)germane, methylbis(trifluoromethyl)-; Methyltris(trifluoromethyl)germanium
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Quality Control

Our Methyltris(trifluoromethyl)germane is produced and handled under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques such as NMR, GC-MS, and FTIR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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, away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile and moisture-sensitive nature, the container should be kept sealed and allowed to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and pressure changes.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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