Glutaraldehyde (other names — 1,5-pentadial glutaric, dialdehyde of glutaric acid) is a colorless, transparent liquid, which contains up to 51 percent (at least 25 percent) the active substance. Chemical formula of the product: C5H8O2. What properties does such a liquid have, what is it intended for and where should I buy it so that I don't have to doubt the quality?
Product Features
Glutaraldehyde has pronounced disinfecting and sterilizing properties. The product belongs to the group of aldehydes (alcohols that do not contain a hydrogen). It is important to exclude its contact with iron, copper, aluminum, steel, strong acids and ammonia, not to expose it to high temperatures.
Glutaraldehyde, which can be bought in bulk in the company "Rusimpex" LLC (JSC "Rusimpex"), is distinguished by the following technical characteristics:
• pungent fruity smell;
• 100°C — boiling point;
• -18°C — freezing point;
• completely miscible with benzene, toluene, water, alcohols, etc.;
• 1,129 g/ml — density level (relative);
• 3,2-4,2 – pH of a 10% water solution.
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About the application of the product
Glutaraldehyde is in very high demand. It is most often used for the following purposes:
• for disinfection of water in industrial conditions;
• as a fixator of biological tissues during their study by electron microscopy;
• for disinfection of tools, various surfaces and other objects (for example, cleaning equipment and furniture) in rooms of various purposes;
• to create an embalming agent;
• as a tanning component for natural leather material.
About storage
The delivery of this product is carried out in a durable and easy-to-use package of different weights, which allows you to order the strictly required volume. It is important to store the purchased product correctly, which will allow you not to lose its original properties throughout the entire period declared by the manufacturer. In unopened original packaging, the storage period is 1 year.
If it is not possible to store the product in its original packaging, it is necessary to place it yourself in a reliable sealed container (glass or polyethylene). To prevent decomposition or solidification of the liquid, it should not be stored at a temperature below -33 ° C. It is important to ensure high-quality ventilation, avoid close contact with sources of ignition and heat.
It is forbidden to smoke and light an open fire in the room where this product is used. It is important to use personal protective equipment. It is also necessary to observe measures to prevent the injection of an electrostatic load.
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