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GLUTARALDEHYDE
Glutaraldehyde supplier and exporter. Glutaraldehyde is a disinfectant and medication. As a disinfectant it is used to sterilize surgical instruments and other areas. Glutaraldehyde is a water treatment microbiocide used to kill bacteria in water systems. When should I use Glutaraldehyde? It is effective against the bacteria and fungi present in papermaking systems and useful in preventing slime formation in all areas of the papermaking process.
When should I use Glutaraldehyde?
It is effective against the bacteria and fungi present in papermaking systems, cooling water, boiler water treatment and useful in preventing slime formation in all areas of the papermaking process.
Intermediate used in the production of:
- Photographic chemicals
- Crop protection
- Pharmaceuticals
- Corrosion inhibitors
- Paper Making Industry
Glutaraldehyde is a colorless, oily, liquid-chemical with a pungent odor. Glutaraldehyde also used in water treatment. Industrial water uses of glutaraldehyde include treatment of cooling water, wastewater, process water systems.
Storage and Handling :
Glutaraldehyde storage original containers and kept below 25ºC. Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas. Avoid aerosol formation and keep under inert gas.
Safety :
Glutaraldehyde is irritating and can be toxic to skin, eyes and respiratory system. Will cause burns and sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
Product Specification :
| Product Specification | Value | Test Method |
| Assay % | 50.0 - 51.0 | Titrimetic |
| Methanol % Maximum | 0.50 | GC |
| pH Value | 3.2-4.2 | DIN 19 268 |
| Colour APHA Maximum | 50 | DIN En 1557 |
Physical Properties :
| Form | : | Liquid |
| Colour | : | Colouless to Yellow |
| Flash point | : | > 95 °C |
| Boiling Point | : | 101.5 °C ( 987.1 hPa) |
| Flammability | : | Not Flammable |
| Solubility in Water | : |
Soluble |
Glutaraldehyde is a colorless to yellow liquid, with a pungent odor. It is also miscible with water.
Formula...........................C5H8O2
Molecular Weight.............1.00.1
CAS Registry Number....111-30-8
Synonyms : -Glutaraldehyde, Pentanedial, 1,5-Pentandial, Glutaral
| PRODUCT NAME | : | GLUTARALDEHYDE (SOL) |
| CAS number | : | 111-30-8 |
| UN number | : | |
| Formula | : | OHC(CH2)3CHO |
| Odour | : | ROTTEN APPLE LIKE |
| Solubility in water | : | COMPLETE |
| Density | : | 1.124 AT 20 oc |
| Boiling point | : | 188oc |
| Melting point | : | -10oc |
| Viscosity | : | |
| Flashpoint | : | |
| Explosive limits | : | |
| Vapour pressure | : | 1 mbar at 20oc |
| Skin absorption/irritation | : | YES |
| TLV Country NL Year 1995 | : | ppm 0.25 Cmg/m3 |
| Pollution category 1994 | : | D |