Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999%… 7440-56-4

Name: Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-016777

About Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis)

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), a high-purity metal registered under CAS number 7440-56-4 with a typical assay of 99.999%. Formula Ge, molecular weight 72.63 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is germanium. Common synonyms include Germanium 5N.

The product is provided as pieces. Literature values give a melting point of 937 °C and a boiling point of 2830 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for alloy preparation, evaporation sources, materials research and solar and photovoltaic research. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and metallurgy and mining.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in) in 10 g and 50 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Alloy preparation
Evaporation sources
Materials research
Solar & photovoltaic research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis)
Catalogue No.	VQ-016777
CAS Number	7440-56-4
IUPAC name	germanium
Molecular formula	Ge
Molecular weight	72.63 g/mol
Exact mass	73.9212
Purity / assay	99.999%
HSN code	81129200
InChIKey	GNPVGFCGXDBREM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Ge]
PubChem CID	6326954

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Pieces
Melting point	937 °C
Boiling point	2830 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 3089

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H228Flammable solid
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P210, P240, P241, P260, P273, P280, P318, P319, P370 + P378, 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis)?

The CAS Registry Number of Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) is 7440-56-4. It is also known as Germanium 5N.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis)?

Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) has the molecular formula Ge and a molecular weight of 72.63 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is germanium.

Which grade and pack sizes of Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) can I order?

We supply Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) in (99.999%) grade, in 10 g, 50 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis)?

Yes. Every lot of Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) 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 pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Germanium pieces, 3-9mm (0.1-0.4in), 99.999% (metals basis) is classified as hazardous (UN 3089), 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.