Germane is a chemical compound with the formula GeH₄, consisting of germanium and hydrogen. It is a colorless, flammable gas at room temperature and pressure, exhibiting a similar structure to methane, with germanium serving as the central atom. Germane is notable for its low boiling point and high reactivity, particularly in the presence of moisture, where it can hydrolyze to form germanium dioxide and hydrogen gas. It is primarily used in the semiconductor industry as a precursor for germanium deposition in thin films and in the production of germanium-based materials. Germane is also of interest in various chemical synthesis processes. Due to its flammability and potential toxicity, it must be handled with care in controlled environments. Additionally, germane can be detected by its characteristic odor, although it is often described as having a faint, sweet smell. Its CAS number, 7782-65-2, is used for identification in chemical databases and regulatory frameworks.

Germane

7782-65-2: Germane is a chemical compound with the formula GeH₄, consisting of germanium and hydrogen. It is a colorless, flammable gas at room temperature and pressure, exhibiting a similar structure to methane, with germanium serving as the central atom. Germane is notable for its low boiling point and high reactivity, particularly in the presence of moisture, where it can hydrolyze to form germanium dioxide and hydrogen gas. It is primarily used in the semiconductor industry as a precursor for germanium deposition in thin films and in the production of germanium-based materials. Germane is also of interest in various chemical synthesis processes. Due to its flammability and potential toxicity, it must be handled with care in controlled environments. Additionally, germane can be detected by its characteristic odor, although it is often described as having a faint, sweet smell. Its CAS number, 7782-65-2, is used for identification in chemical databases and regulatory frameworks.

CAS 7782-65-2

Germane

GERMANE 99.99+%

Ref: 3H-GEG5001