Description / Application
Glutaraldehyde is a dialdehyde comprised of pentane with aldehyde functions at C-1 and C-5. It has a role as a disinfectant, a cross-linking reagent and a fixative.
Identities
| Molecular Formula | C5H8O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 100.12 |
| MFCD | MFCD00007025 |
Transport
| DOT UN Number | UN2922 |
|---|---|
| Hazard Class | 8 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H301+H331;H314;H317;H334;H400;H411 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P264;P270;P271;P272;P273;P280;P285;P301+P310;P301+P330+P331;P303+P361+P353;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P310;P321;P333+P313;P363;P391;P403+P233;P405;P501 |