Glutaraldehyde

Description

Product Overview

Glutaraldehyde is a highly effective bi-functional aldehyde widely used as a chemical crosslinker and disinfectant in industrial processes. It plays a critical role in water treatment, leather processing, and biocidal applications due to its potent antimicrobial and protein crosslinking properties. Offering unmatched chemical stability and consistent performance, glutaraldehyde ensures operational efficiency while minimizing downtime and process variability. Its strategic importance lies in its versatility across multiple industries, providing a reliable solution for both production and safety-critical processes in global supply chains.

Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: C₅H₈O₂ (Glutaraldehyde)
• Purity / Grade: Industrial grade, ≥ 25% active content
• Physical Form: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
• Density: ~1.06 g/cm³ at 20°C
• pH: 3.0–4.0 (aqueous solution)
• Packaging Options: 200 L HDPE drums, IBC 1000 L, or bulk tanker delivery
• Shelf Life: 12 months under proper storage conditions (cool, dry, and ventilated environment)

Core Industrial Applications

• Water Treatment: Effective biocide for cooling towers, industrial water systems, and wastewater treatment; prevents biofilm formation and microbial contamination.
• Leather & Textile Industry: Acts as a crosslinking agent to improve durability, flexibility, and chemical resistance of hides and fibers.
• Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals: Sterilization of medical equipment and surface disinfection in pharmaceutical production facilities.
• Oil & Gas Industry: Corrosion inhibitor and microbial control agent in pipelines and enhanced oil recovery processes.

Advantages over alternatives: superior biocidal efficacy, rapid action at lower concentrations, extended stability under operational conditions, and reduced chemical consumption compared to traditional aldehydes.

Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Manufactured under strict industrial quality standards ensuring batch-to-batch uniformity.
• Supply Reliability: Secure global supply chain with scalable production capacity.
• Logistics Capability: Multiple packaging options and bulk shipment enable flexible delivery solutions.
• Price Competitiveness: Cost-effective sourcing for large-scale industrial operations.
• Sustainability: Low environmental impact in controlled applications; compliant with international chemical safety regulations.
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation, including MSDS, handling guides, and application support for industrial processes.

Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 MT
• Loading Capacity per Container:
  • 20-foot container: up to 18 MT (IBC/tank)
  • 40-foot container: up to 22 MT (bulk liquid drums or IBCs)

Glutaraldehyde is positioned as a critical chemical for industries seeking reliable, high-performance solutions with consistent quality and secure global supply.