Description

Oxaldehyde CAS NO 9005-91-8 is a versatile chemical intermediate, also widely known as glutaraldehyde, valued for its potent cross-linking and biocidal properties. Its primary commercial significance lies in its ability to react with and stabilize proteins and other biological materials, making it indispensable in demanding industrial and technical processes. This product is essential for manufacturers in the healthcare, water treatment, and leather processing industries seeking a reliable and effective agent for disinfection, tanning, and tissue fixation.

Application

• Cold Sterilant and Disinfectant: A key active ingredient in high-level disinfectants for medical, dental, and laboratory equipment.
• Tissue Fixation: Used in histology and pathology labs for fixing biological specimens for microscopic examination.
• Leather Tanning: Acts as a cross-linking agent in the tanning process to stabilize collagen fibers, improving leather durability.
• Water Treatment Biocide: Effective in controlling bacteria, algae, and biofilms in industrial cooling water systems and oilfield operations.
• Paper Industry: Utilized as a wet-strength resin additive and a biocide in paper mill systems.
• Cross-linking Agent for Polymers: Employed in the modification of polymers, resins, and gels to enhance their mechanical and chemical properties.
• Oil and Gas Industry: Serves as a biocide and a clay stabilizer in drilling and fracturing fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxaldehyde
CAS No.	9005-91-8
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Glutaraldehyde; Glutaral; 1,5-Pentanedial; Glutardialdehyde; Pentanedial; Glutaric dialdehyde; Aldesan; Ucarcide; Sonacide; Gluteral
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Quality Control

Our Oxaldehyde is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, purity, and impurity profiles. Our production adheres to relevant industrial and chemical standards to meet the specific requirements of diverse global applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Glutaraldehyde Content)	≥ 50.0 % (w/w)
pH (as supplied)	3.0 - 4.5

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