Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999%

About Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999%

Germanium(IV) chloride is a main-group metal compound carrying the CAS registry number 10038-98-9, specified at 99.9999% purity. Its molecular formula is Cl4Ge and its molecular weight is 214.4 g/mol. The IUPAC name is tetrachlorogermane. Alternative names: Germanium tetrachloride and Germanium chloride.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to light yellow liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of −49.5 °C and a density of 1.844 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include fine chemical synthesis, optics and photonics and ceramics and glass. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g and 25 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Optics & photonics
Ceramics & glass

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999%
Catalogue No.	VQ-015246
CAS Number	10038-98-9
IUPAC name	tetrachlorogermane
Molecular formula	Cl₄Ge
Molecular weight	214.4 g/mol
Exact mass	215.7936
Purity / assay	99.9999%
HSN code	28273990
InChIKey	IEXRMSFAVATTJX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	Cl[Ge](Cl)(Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	66226

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow liquid
Melting point	−49.5 °C
Density	1.844 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 3390
Synonyms	Germanium tetrachloride, Germanium chloride, Germane, tetrachloro-, Germanium chloride (GeCl4), Germanium Muriaticum, Germanium, tetrachloro-, GeCl4, Cl4Ge, Germaniumtetrachloride, Germanium (IV) chloride, Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.99% trace metals basis, Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.999% trace metals basis

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P320, P321, P363, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999%?

The CAS Registry Number of Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% is 10038-98-9. It is also known as Germanium tetrachloride, Germanium chloride, Germane, tetrachloro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999%?

Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% has the molecular formula Cl4Ge and a molecular weight of 214.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is tetrachlorogermane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% can I order?

We supply Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% in (99.9999%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999%?

Yes. Every lot of Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Germanium(IV) chloride, 99.9999% is classified as hazardous (UN 3390), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.