Glutaraldehyde
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CAS
111-30-8
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OCH(CH2)3CHO
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RTECS
MA2450000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Glutaric dialdehyde; 1,5-Pentanedial
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: C 0.2 ppm (0.8 mg/m3) See Appendix C (Aldehydes)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 4.09 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a pungent odor.
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MW: 100.1
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BP: 212°F
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FRZ: 7°F
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Sol: Miscible
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VP: 17 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.10
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Noncombustible Liquid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, strong bases [Note: Alkaline solutions of glutaraldehyde (i.e., activated glutaraldehyde) react with alcohol, ketones, amines, hydrazines & proteins.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 2532; OSHA 64
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; dermatitis, sensitization skin; cough, asthma; nausea, vomiting
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0158 |
