Description

Ethyldichlorogermane CAS NO 996-27-0 is a versatile organogermanium compound that serves as a critical precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as a germanium source, enabling the precise construction of germanium-containing frameworks essential for electronics and specialty polymers. This high-purity intermediate is indispensable for R&D and production teams in the semiconductor, polymer science, and organometallic chemistry sectors.

Application

• Semiconductor Precursor: Key starting material for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) of germanium-containing thin films and nanomaterials.
• Organogermanium Synthesis: Fundamental building block for synthesizing a wide range of organogermanium compounds and catalysts used in organic transformations.
• Polymer Modification: Used to incorporate germanium into polymer backbones, creating materials with unique optical, thermal, or electronic properties for specialty plastics and coatings.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial laboratories exploring new germanium chemistry, coordination complexes, and material science applications.
• Photonics and Optoelectronics: Potential use in the development of germanium-based components for fiber optics and infrared optical devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyldichlorogermane
CAS No.	996-27-0
Molecular Formula	C2H5Cl2Ge
Molecular Weight	167.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloroethylgermane; Ethylgermanium Dichloride; Ethyldichlorogermyl; Germanium, dichloroethyl-; NSC 60545; Ethylgermyldichloride; Dichloro(ethyl)germane
EINECS	213-632-2

Quality Control

Our Ethyldichlorogermane is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for demanding applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, NMR, and titration, to verify identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.50 g/mL
Boiling Point	~110-112°C

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