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Developing solution for photolithography, method for forming resist pattern, and method and apparatus for producing developing solution for photolithography

US9291905B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 2015
Grant dateMar 22, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01F35/2215
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A developing solution for photolithography in which tetrabutylammonium hydroxide (TBAH) is used as an alkaline agent of the developing solution and deposition of TBAH is suppressed. A method for producing a developing solution for photolithography capable of suppressing TBAH deposition when producing the developing solution by diluting a concentrated developing solution containing TBAH and a production apparatus used for the production method. The developing solution includes tetrabutylammonium hydroxide and at least one of a water-soluble organic solvent, a surfactant, and a clathrate compound. The temperature of the liquid is maintained at 27° C. or higher during dilution.

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