Semiconductor grade chemicals are a great way to clean delicate electronic surfaces without causing irreversible damage. But which chemical is right for your unique application? And what purity to do you need for electronics anyway?
In this blog post, we’re going to take a closer look at how high-purity chemicals are critical for electronics, types we recommend for each application, and where you can shop for chemicals for your business.
Keep reading to learn more!
Definition of Semiconductor Grade Chemicals
The “grade” of a chemical refers to its purity.
Chemicals classified as “semiconductor grade” are considered highly pure, they can also be classified as “electronic grade”. These ultra-pure chemicals are commonly used in the electronics manufacturing industry to clean and prepare surfaces, minimizing the risk of contamination and damage to electronic parts by removing:
- Dust & other organic residue
- Particulate contaminants
- Metal contaminants
What Are ACS Reagent Grade Chemicals?
ACS reagent grade chemicals simply refer to chemicals that meet purity standards from the American Chemical Society’s requirements.
High purity substance are critical for a variety of applications such as lab work, pharmaceuticals, food, and you guessed it—electronics!
Many semiconductor grade substances are also considered ACS reagent grade.
Choose the Best Chemicals for Your Application
When it comes to choosing high purity chemicals, there are several options. However, the type you need will depend on your application.
Take a look at Ecolink Inc.’s most popular ACS reagent grade chemicals and their intended use below, click on the product name to shop or request a quote:
| Chemical Name | Grade Available | Common Use |
| Acetone | ACS Reagent, USP | Wafer cleaning, degreasing |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | ACS Reagent, USP, Semi Grade | Final rinse, drying agent |
| Nitric Acid | ACS Reagent, Semi Grade | Solvent, photoresist stripping |
| Hydrochloric Acid | ACS Reagent, Semi Grade | Etching, surface prep |
| Hydrogen Peroxide | ACS Reagent, Semi Grade | Cleaning, oxidation |
Shop Environmentally Preferred, High-Purity Chemicals at Ecolink Inc.
For over 30 years, the Ecolink team has been dedicated to providing companies across industries with environmentally preferred chemicals that yield a safer, more effective clean.
Contact our team of chemical experts today to learn which product is best for your application, and stay tuned for our new line of ACS reagent grade chemicals!
Mark
