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Glutaraldehyde |
CAS 111-30-8 | ||
OCH(CH2)3CHO |
RTECS MA2450000 | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names Glutaric dialdehyde; 1,5-Pentanedial |
DOT ID & Guide |
Exposure
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NIOSH REL: C 0.2 ppm (0.8 mg/m3) See Appendix C (Aldehydes) | ||
OSHA PEL†: none | |||
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion 1 ppm = 4.09 mg/m3 |
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a pungent odor. |
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MW: 100.1 |
BP: 212°F |
FRZ: 7°F |
Sol: Miscible |
VP: 17 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 1.10 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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Noncombustible Liquid | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, strong bases [Note: Alkaline solutions of glutaraldehyde (i.e., activated glutaraldehyde) react with alcohol, ketones, amines, hydrazines & proteins.] |
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 |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Water flush immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; dermatitis, sensitization skin; cough, asthma; nausea, vomiting | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0158 |