Glutaraldehyde Supplier South Africa
50% and 25% aqueous glutaraldehyde for biocide, microbial control in oilfields, medical sterilant, tannery, and water-treatment applications.
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| CAS No. | 111-30-8 |
| Formula | OHC(CH₂)₃CHO |
| Concentrations | 25% and 50% aqueous |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
| Flash Point | >85 °C |
| Boiling Point | ~100 °C (aqueous) |
| Active Content | 25% or 50% w/w |
Glutaraldehyde as a Biocide and Crosslinker
Glutaraldehyde is a dialdehyde with potent biocidal activity against bacteria, fungi, spores, and viruses, acting by crosslinking amine groups in proteins. In the oilfield it is injected into production water to control sulphate-reducing bacteria (SRB) that cause hydrogen sulfide souring and biocorrosion. In medicine it sterilises heat-sensitive endoscopes and instruments. As a crosslinker in leather tanning and gelatin/protein films, it forms stable amide-type bonds, improving wet-strength and thermal stability.
Supply Concentrations and Packaging
Terracore supplies glutaraldehyde at 25% active (general biocide, lower handling hazard) and 50% active (industrial bulk, higher potency). Available in 200 L HDPE drums and 1,000 L IBC. Oilfield grade includes surfactant and corrosion-inhibitor formulation options. COA (active assay by HPLC or titration) and SDS are provided. Personnel handling concentrations above 25% should use supplied-air or full-face respirator.
Applications
- Biocide for oilfield injection-water treatment
- Medical and veterinary disinfectant/sterilant
- Tannery cross-linking agent for leather
- Paper-mill slimicide
- Tissue fixative for histology and electron microscopy
- Water treatment and cooling tower biocide
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