GeO2 Germanium Oxide CAS 1310-53-8

Description of GeO2 Germanium Oxide Powder

Germanium oxide is a dioxide of germanium and a white powder or colorless crystal. It’s the main commercial source of germanium. There are two variants, insoluble and soluble. The former is a colorless tetragonal prism, and the latter is a colorless hexagonal rhombic crystal.

Features of GeO2 Germanium Oxide Powder

Applications of GeO2 Germanium Oxide Powder

1. Used as raw materials for the preparation of metallic germanium and other germanium compounds, as a catalyst for the preparation of polyethylene terephthalate resins, as well as for spectral analysis and semiconductor materials.

2. Used to make optical glass phosphors.

3. It can be used as a catalyst for the conversion in petroleum refining, dehydrogenation, adjustment of gasoline fractions, and the production of color film and polyester fiber.

Storage of GeO2 Germanium Oxide Powder

It should be stored in a ventilated and dry warehouse. It should be stored in a ventilated and dry warehouse. The packaging should be sealed and moisture-proof, and should not be in contact with alkalis and acids.