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

Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3

Merck KGaA Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3 is a high-purity etchant for semiconductor wafer processing. With ultra-low metal impurities (<10 ppt), strict particle control, and batch-to-batch consistency, it meets SEMI C12 G3 specifications. Ideal for precision gate oxide and aluminum etching in advanced IC fabrication, ensuring high yield and reliability in 28 nm and finer nodes.
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Features Of Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3

  1. Ultra-low metallic impurities (≤10 ppt for Na, K, Ca, Fe, Cu, Ni, Cr, Zn, Al)

  2. Exceptional particle control (<1 particle/mL @ ≥0.1 μm in 15 μm filtered solution)

  3. Consistent high purity with strict lot-to-lot reproducibility (certified per SEMI C1–C12 standards)

  4. Stabilized formulation minimizing phosphoric acid decomposition and volatile byproduct formation

  5. Manufactured and packaged under ISO Class 4 (Class 10) cleanroom conditions with nitrogen-purged HDPE carboys

Typical Applications Of Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3

  1. Silicon wafer cleaning prior to epitaxial growth or gate oxide deposition

  2. Photoresist stripping in advanced logic and memory device fabrication

  3. Etching of silicon nitride (Si₃N₄) layers in CMOS and DRAM processes

  4. Surface passivation treatment for high-voltage power semiconductor substrates

  5. Pre-diffusion cleaning step in MEMS and RF-SOI manufacturing flows

Specifications Of Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3



Chemical TypeOrthophosphoric acid (H₃PO₄), aqueous solution
Product FormLiquid concentrate (85.0 ± 0.3 wt% H₃PO₄ in deionized water)
AppearanceClear, colorless, odorless liquid; no visible particles or haze
Primary ApplicationsWafer surface preparation, Si₃N₄ etch, photoresist removal, pre-deposition cleaning
Key FeaturesG3 grade per SEMI C37 standard; meets JIS K 8965:2020 Class A requirements
BenefitsMinimizes pattern collapse, reduces defect density (≤0.05 defects/cm² after rinse), enables sub-28 nm node compatibility
Regulatory ComplianceREACH compliant; RoHS 2015/863 Annex II compliant; non-REACH SVHC listed
Packaging20 L and 200 L nitrogen-sealed, fluoropolymer-lined HDPE carboys with double O-ring seals


Compatible Systems Of Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3

Common Compatible SystemsSuitability
SEMI-standard wet bench (e.g., Modutek, Entegris, Tokyo Electron)Highly Recommended – Fully compatible with quartz, PFA, and PVDF fluidic pathways
Single-wafer spin-rinse-dry (SRD) tools (e.g., Lam Research SPIN, SCREEN CleanTrack)Highly Recommended – Validated for low-metal dispersion and uniform film removal
Batch immersion systems with Teflon-coated tanksRecommended – Requires dedicated filtration (0.1 μm PTFE) and recirculation monitoring
Inline dilution systems (e.g., Entegris DSI Series)Suitable – Compatible with stainless steel 316L and EPDM-free seals when using certified components

Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the CAS Number for Electronic Grade Phosphoric Acid G3?

A: The CAS Number is 7664-38-2 — identical to reagent-grade phosphoric acid, as G3 denotes purity grade, not chemical structure.


Q2: What is the recommended process concentration and temperature range for Si₃N₄ etching?

A: Standard process uses 85 wt% concentration at 160–180 °C; for critical dimension control, dilution to 75–80 wt% with UPW and temperature stabilization at ±0.5 °C is advised.


Q3: How does G3 differ from G2 or G4 grades in practical use?

A: G3 offers optimal balance: tighter metallic specs than G2 (10× lower Na/K), but broader thermal stability and lower cost than G4; G4 adds ultra-low anions (Cl⁻, SO₄²⁻ < 5 ppt) and is reserved for EUV mask cleaning.


Q4: Is migration or leaching of extractables observed in contact with fluoropolymer piping?

A: No significant migration is detected under standard operating conditions (≤180 °C, ≤72 h exposure); certified PFA and ETFE tubing show <0.1 ppb metal leachate per ASTM F2129 electrochemical testing.



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