Glutaraldehyde 50%ZEELCHEM™ GLUT · Manufacturer & Supplier
Glutaraldehyde 50% is a fast-acting, non-oxidizing dialdehyde biocide and the industry standard against sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB). ZEELCHEM™ GLUT controls anaerobic slime and iron-reducing bacteria in oilfield produced water, gas pipelines and industrial cooling loops, helping prevent microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC).
Glutaraldehyde 50% Chemical Identity
| IUPAC name | Pentanedial |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Glutaraldehyde, glutaral, glutardialdehyde |
| Molecular formula | C₅H₈O₂ |
| Molar mass | 100.12 g/mol |
| Chemical class | Dialdehyde biocide |
| CAS number | 111-30-8 |
Glutaraldehyde 50% Specifications
Typical specification for ZEELCHEM™ GLUT. Every batch is dispatched with a batch Certificate of Analysis (COA).
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Pentanedial (glutaraldehyde) |
| Chemical formula | C₅H₈O₂ |
| CAS number | 111-30-8 |
| Active glutaraldehyde | 50.0 – 51.5% min |
| pH (20 °C) | 3.1 – 4.5 |
| Specific gravity | 1.12 – 1.15 g/cm³ |
| Appearance | Colourless to faint yellow liquid |
Applications & Recommended Dosing
Typical starting doses. Final dosing depends on your water analysis and system conditions; our chemists can help you optimize it.
| Application | Dose |
|---|---|
| Oilfield water injection / fracking | 50 – 250 ppm (batch slug) |
| Gas pipeline hydrotest water | 100 – 500 ppm |
| Industrial cooling tower disinfection | 20 – 100 ppm |
| Paper mill slime control | 50 – 150 g/ton pulp |
- Oilfield injection & fracking water
- Gas pipeline hydrotest water
- Cooling tower disinfection
- Paper mill slime control
How Glutaraldehyde 50% Works
Protein cross-linking
Irreversibly cross-links amine groups in cell-wall proteins and nucleic acids.
Biofilm penetration
Reaches sessile bacteria inside biofilms.
SRB enzyme block
Deactivates SRB hydrogenase enzymes, preventing MIC and reservoir souring.
Key Benefits
- Industry standard against Desulfovibrio and other H₂S-producing SRB
- Irreversible kill mechanism limits microbial resistance
- Stays active in high-TDS brines up to 80 °C
- Formulated without free formaldehyde
- Fast action against anaerobic slime and iron bacteria
How much Glutaraldehyde 50% do you need?
Packaging, Storage & Safety
⬢Packaging
- 25 kg carboys
- 220 kg virgin HDPE drums
- 1,100 kg IBC totes
❄Storage & Shelf Life
- Store below 30 °C in tightly sealed containers
- Keep in a cool, dark, ventilated, dedicated chemical store
- Shelf life: 12 months in unopened factory drums
⚠Handling & Safety
- Toxic and corrosive (GHS Class 8 / 6.1)
- Wear a chemical suit or apron, face shield or goggles, organic vapour respirator and butyl gloves
- Neutralize spills with dilute sodium bisulfite before disposal
Always read the Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS) before handling. Pan-India dispatch from Vadodara, Gujarat.
TDS, MSDS & COA for Glutaraldehyde 50%
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Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
16-section GHS-format safety, handling and transport information.
Request MSDS →Glutaraldehyde 50%: Frequently Asked Questions
What is glutaraldehyde 50% used for?
It is a dialdehyde non-oxidizing biocide that cross-links cell-wall proteins to kill anaerobic SRB in water injection systems, pipelines and cooling loops.
What is the glutaraldehyde dosage in oilfields?
Slug doses of 50–250 ppm active into produced water and injection lines. Pipeline hydrotest water is held at 100–500 ppm.
Why is glutaraldehyde preferred against SRB?
It penetrates biofilms and deactivates SRB hydrogenase enzymes, preventing MIC and reservoir souring.
What are the purity, pH and specific gravity?
50–51.5% active glutaraldehyde, pH 3.1–4.5 and specific gravity 1.12–1.15 g/cm³.
Does glutaraldehyde work in hot, salty brines?
Yes. It stays active in high-TDS brines and produced water up to about 80 °C.
Can bacteria become resistant to glutaraldehyde?
Its kill mechanism is irreversible cross-linking, which makes it hard for microbes to adapt.
What packaging is available?
25 kg carboys, 220 kg virgin HDPE drums and 1,100 kg IBC totes.
How should glutaraldehyde be stored?
In tightly closed containers below 30 °C, in a cool, dark, ventilated, dedicated chemical store. Shelf life is 12 months.
How are glutaraldehyde spills neutralized?
Treat with dilute sodium bisulfite or ammonium salts before effluent discharge.
Do you provide COA and MSDS with every batch?
Yes. Every ZEELCHEM™ GLUT consignment ships with a batch Certificate of Analysis, and the TDS and 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet are available on request.
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