Glutaraldehyde 50 %

Glutaric dialdehyde, 1,5-Pentanedial, Glutaral
Empirical formula C5H8O2
Molar mass (M) 100,12 g/mol
Density (D) 1,13 g/cm³
Boiling point (bp) 102 °C
Flash point (flp) >100 °C
Melting point (mp) -33 °C
ADR 6.1 II
WGK 3
CAS No. [111-30-8]
EG-Nr. 203-856-5
UN-Nr. 2927

Fixative for electron microscopy
Storage at 2-8 °C, ideally under inert gas (argon or nitrogen). Do not freeze solution!

Fixation with glutaraldehyde is similar to the fixation process with formalin. Optimal results can be achieved with a concentration of 1 to 6 %.

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Hazard statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed
H314 Causes severe burns and eye damage
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H330 Fatal by inhalation
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
cause
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautions - prevention

P260 Do not breathe mist / vapor.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection.

Precautions - response

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for a period of time
amount of minutes; remove contact lenses, if possible; keep rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER / doctor.

Supplemental Hazard Information

EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract.