Description

Tetraethyltellurium is an organotellurium compound with the formula (C₂H₅)₄Te. This compound serves as a valuable precursor and reagent in advanced material science and synthetic chemistry, particularly for the controlled introduction of tellurium. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and the synthesis of novel organometallic complexes.

Application

• Precursor for Metal-Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) of tellurium-containing semiconductor thin films.
• Reagent in the synthesis of cadmium telluride (CdTe) and other II-VI compound semiconductor nanoparticles.
• Catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Starting material for the preparation of other organotellurium compounds and intermediates.
• Research and development of novel photovoltaic materials for solar cell applications.
• Use in the fabrication of infrared optical materials and devices.
• Specialty additive in specific glass and ceramic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetraethyltellurium
CAS No.	94022-10-3
Molecular Formula	C₈H₂₀Te
Molecular Weight	235.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraethyltelluride; Tellurium, tetraethyl-; Tellurium tetraethyl; Tetraethyl tellurium; Tellurium tetraethyl compound; TEtTe; (Diethyltellurio)ethane; Tetraethyl-tellur
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetraethyltellurium is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, GC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation needs.

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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maintain stability. Keep away from strong oxidizers and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Tellurium Content	Contact for details
Density	~1.5 g/mL

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