Description

Gelatin, Glutaraldehyde Condensation Product is a chemically modified biopolymer resulting from the cross-linking reaction between gelatin and glutaraldehyde. This modification imparts enhanced stability, reduced solubility, and improved mechanical properties compared to native gelatin, making it a valuable functional material. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and specialty chemical industries where controlled release, biocompatibility, and structural integrity are critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a matrix-forming agent in controlled-release tablet and capsule formulations.
• Microencapsulation: Serves as a wall material for the encapsulation of active ingredients, flavors, or oils to protect and control their release.
• Biomedical Engineering: Employed in the fabrication of hydrogels, wound dressings, and tissue engineering scaffolds due to its biocompatibility and tunable degradation.
• Chromatography Media: Utilized as a base material for affinity chromatography columns and solid-phase extraction.
• Adhesive & Binder: Functions as a specialty adhesive or binder in industrial applications requiring water resistance.
• Immobilization Matrix: Used to immobilize enzymes, cells, or catalysts for bioprocessing and biosensor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gelatin, Glutaraldehyde Condensation Product
CAS No.	68410-46-8
Molecular Formula	N/A (Polymeric Condensate)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Variable, based on degree of cross-linking)
Synonyms	Glutaraldehyde Cross-linked Gelatin; Gelatin-Glutaraldehyde Polymer; Gelatin Glutaraldehyde Adduct; Gelatin Glutaraldehyde Resin; Glutaraldehyde Treated Gelatin; Hardened Gelatin (Glutaraldehyde); Gelatin, reaction product with glutaraldehyde; Gelatin dialdehyde condensate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Gelatin, Glutaraldehyde Condensation Product is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure consistent performance characteristics such as degree of cross-linking, swelling index, and residual aldehyde content. While not a compendial material, production can be aligned with GMP principles for pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture uptake, which can affect physical properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Solubility	Insoluble in water; swells in aqueous media
Loss on Drying	≤ 10.0 %
Residual Glutaraldehyde	≤ 0.5 %
Gel Strength (Bloom)	Contact for details
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., 80-200 mesh)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.