Description

Isobutylgermane is a highly volatile organogermanium compound with the CAS number 768403-89-0. It serves as a critical precursor in advanced materials science, particularly for the deposition of high-purity germanium-containing thin films. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the semiconductor and photovoltaic industries seeking to enhance device performance through precise chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a key precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of germanium (Ge) and germanium-containing (e.g., SiGe) thin films on silicon wafers.
• Photovoltaics: Used in the production of high-efficiency solar cells, where germanium layers can improve light absorption and energy conversion rates.
• Optoelectronics: Enables the fabrication of specialized infrared (IR) optics, detectors, and LEDs that utilize germanium's unique optical properties.
• Advanced Materials Research: Serves as a fundamental building block in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel germanium-based nanomaterials, quantum dots, and composites.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specific organic synthesis reactions within fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isobutylgermane
CAS No.	768403-89-0
Molecular Formula	C4H12Ge
Molecular Weight	132.73 g/mol
Synonyms	(Isobutyl)germane; Germane, isobutyl-; Isobutylgermanium hydride; 2-Methylpropylgermane; TBGe (tert-Butylgermane - related compound, often listed); Germanium precursor; Ge precursor for CVD/ALD; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Isobutylgermane is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, which is critical for sensitive deposition processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards of the electronics and advanced materials industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, this product must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. The storage area should be cool, dry, and well-ventilated, away from sources of ignition, heat, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0% (Area %)
Density (at 20°C)	~1.0 g/mL
Metal Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 1 ppm total (Na, K, Ca, Fe, etc.)

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