GeBr3

ceramic

· JVASP-120910· GeBr3

GeBr3 (germanium tribromide) is an inorganic ceramic compound composed of germanium and bromine elements. This material belongs to the halide ceramics family and is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest rather than a mainstream engineering material. GeBr3 and related germanium halides are investigated for optics applications (particularly infrared transmission), semiconductor processing, and as precursors in thin-film deposition; however, it remains largely confined to laboratory and niche applications due to its reactivity, hygroscopicity, and limited commercial availability compared to established alternatives.

infrared optics researchsemiconductor precursorsthin-film depositionhalide vapor synthesislaboratory reagentexperimental photonics

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.1421	lb/in³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.09980	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.5019	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.

GeBr3

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental