Description

Triethylgermanium Chloride is an organogermanium compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its reactivity, offering a precise route to introduce the triethylgermyl functional group into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, polymer, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to develop novel materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Semiconductor Precursor: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes for depositing germanium-containing thin films.
• Organometallic Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent for the preparation of other triethylgermanium derivatives and complex organogermanium compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a functionalization agent to incorporate germanium into polymer backbones, potentially altering thermal and optical properties.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a ligand or precursor in the development of novel catalytic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the research and synthesis of experimental organogermanium-based bioactive molecules.
• Material Science R&D: Serves as a building block for creating advanced hybrid organic-inorganic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylgermanium Chloride
CAS No.	994-28-5
Molecular Formula	C6H15ClGe
Molecular Weight	195.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Chlorotriethylgermane; Triethylchlorogermane; Germanium, chlorotriethyl-; (Triethylgermyl)chloride; Et3GeCl; Chlorotriethylstannane (common misnomer); Triethylgermanium chloride
EINECS	213-600-7

Quality Control

Our Triethylgermanium Chloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to ensure consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.18 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.46

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