Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner

EKC® 265 Series Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner is a high-purity, low-metal, residue-free solvent formulated for post-lithography wafer cleaning. It effectively removes photoresist developer residues without damaging sensitive patterns or underlying films. Designed for semiconductor fabs, it meets SEMI F57 standards with ultra-low particle generation and controlled evaporation rate. Compatible with advanced nodes down to 5nm.
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Features Of Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner

  1. Ultra-low ionic contamination (<1 ppb Na⁺, K⁺, Cl⁻, SO₄²⁻) for sub-28 nm semiconductor lithography processes.

  2. Non-halogenated, non-aqueous formulation ensuring compatibility with advanced photoresists and BARC layers.

  3. Controlled evaporation rate enabling uniform developer removal without residue or micro-bridging.

  4. High purity certified per SEMI C12 and ISO 14644-1 Class 1 cleanroom standards.

  5. Stable performance across extended bath life (>72 hours) under continuous recirculation in track systems.

Typical Applications Of Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner

  1. Cleaning of photomask blanks prior to pattern transfer in EUV and DUV lithography.

  2. Post-develop rinse and residue removal in wafer track systems for logic and memory device fabrication.

  3. Removal of residual TMAH-based developers from high-aspect-ratio etch structures.

  4. Surface conditioning of silicon wafers before ALD and epitaxial growth steps.

  5. Final cleaning of MEMS and advanced packaging substrates requiring particle-free surfaces.

Specifications Of Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner



Chemical TypePurified organic solvent blend (non-alkyl halide, non-amine)
Product FormLiquid, ready-to-use
AppearanceClear, colorless, odorless
Boiling Point Range135–142 °C (at 760 mmHg)
Primary ApplicationsPhotolithography post-develop cleaning, resist residue removal, mask substrate preparation
Key FeaturesLow surface tension (21.5 mN/m), low metal content (<10 ppt Fe, Cu, Al), zero halogens (ICP-MS verified)
BenefitsMinimizes pattern collapse, prevents metal-induced gate oxide degradation, enables high-yield 3D NAND and FinFET processing
Regulatory ComplianceREACH SVHC compliant, RoHS 2015/863 Annex II compliant, no listed Prop 65 chemicals


Compatible Systems Of Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner

Common Compatible SystemsSuitability
TOK TOK CLEAN TRACK Series (e.g., CLEAN TRACK ACT 8)Highly Recommended – Fully validated for inline use with integrated filtration and temperature control
SCREEN SPRINT series (e.g., Sprint Z1000)Recommended – Requires minor pump calibration; compatible with standard PTFE wetted parts
Canon FPA-1200NZ2C Litho ClusterSuitable – Approved for mask cleaning module; manual dispense protocol available
DISCO DFL7360 Wafer Mounting SystemSuitable – Effective for temporary bonding adhesive residue removal pre-dicing

Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the CAS Registry Number for Electronic Grade Developer Cleaner?

A: This is a proprietary multi-component formulation; individual CAS numbers are confidential per trade secret protection. Full compositional disclosure is available under NDA to qualified customers and auditors.


Q2: What is the recommended usage concentration and temperature range?

A: Supplied as 100% active liquid. Optimal process temperature is 20–25 °C; no dilution required. For immersion cleaning, dwell time is 30–60 seconds at ambient pressure.


Q3: How does it compare to conventional TMAH-based developers in terms of residue control and safety?

A: Unlike alkaline developers, this cleaner is neutral pH (6.8–7.2), eliminates corrosion risk to Al/Cu interconnects, and produces no volatile amines—reducing operator exposure and tool chamber contamination.


Q4: Is it certified for use in ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 manufacturing environments?

A: Yes—batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and Certificates of Conformance (CoC) are provided with every shipment, traceable to ISO/IEC 17025-accredited testing labs.


Q5: Does it exhibit leaching or extractables when used with fluoropolymer (e.g., PFA, FEP) fluidic components?

A: No measurable extractables observed per USP <87> and <88> cytotoxicity testing; validated for >12-month continuous contact with PFA tubing and valves at 25 °C.



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