It is widely used for oil production, medical care, bio-chemical, leather treatment, tanning agents, protein cross-linking agent; in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds;
also used for plastics, adhesives, fuels, perfumes, textile, paper making, printing; corrosion prevention of instruments and cosmetics etc.
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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Glutaraldehyde</strong> is a bifunctional aldehyde with the molecular formula C<sub>5</sub>H<sub>8</sub>O<sub>2</sub> and CAS No. 111-30-8. Produced via oxidation of pentane, it serves as a potent cross-linking agent in industrial synthesis.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li><strong>Water Treatment:</strong> Biocide for controlling microbial growth in cooling towers.</li>
<li><strong>Medical Devices:</strong> Cold sterilization of surgical instruments and endoscopes.</li>
<li><strong>Tanning:</strong> Vegetable tanning substitute for leather processing.</li>
<li><strong>Oilfield:</strong> Scale inhibitor and corrosion control additive.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Strict PPE required due to severe respiratory irritation and skin sensitization risks. Store in cool, ventilated areas away from oxidizers to prevent polymerization or decomposition.</p>