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Glutaraldehyde (GLUT)
Price: Rs 90 per Kg + GST as applicable
Glutaraldehyde (GLUT)
Category
Biocide / Disinfectant / Chemical Intermediate
Description
Glutaraldehyde is a highly effective biocidal chemical used extensively for disinfection, sterilization, and industrial microbial control. It appears as a clear, colorless to pale-yellow liquid with strong antimicrobial properties against bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Glutaraldehyde is widely used in water treatment, healthcare sterilization, oilfield biocides, and as a cross-linking agent in chemical synthesis. Due to its efficiency at low concentrations and broad compatibility, it is preferred in high-performance sanitation and industrial microbial-control applications.
Applications
- Medical & Healthcare: High-level sterilization of medical & surgical instruments
- Water Treatment: Biocide for industrial & commercial water systems
- Oil & Gas: Downhole & surface biocide for drilling fluids and production systems
- Paper & Pulp: Microbial control in process water systems
- Leather Processing: Tanning agent & cross-linking chemical
- Laboratory & Research: Fixative in microscopy & histology
- Cosmetic & Chemical Production: Cross-linking agent in formulations
Technical Details
- Chemical Formula: C5H8O2
- CAS Number: 111-30-8
- Appearance: Clear to pale-yellow liquid
- Concentration: 25% – 50% aqueous solution (typical)
- Boiling Point: ~101°C (solution)
- Density: ~1.06 – 1.11 g/cm³ (depending on concentration)
- Odor: Pungent / sharp
- Solubility: Completely miscible with water & many organic solvents
- Stability: Stable in neutral/acidic medium; polymerizes in alkaline conditions
Packaging
- 200 kg HDPE drums
- 1000 L IBC tanks
- Bulk tankers (on request)
Storage & Handling
- Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat & direct sunlight
- Wear protective gloves, goggles, and chemical-resistant clothing
- Use local exhaust or proper ventilation during handling
- Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and respiratory exposure
- Keep container tightly closed; store away from oxidizing agents
- Not for household use — industrial & institutional applications only
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