# NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Glutaraldehyde | CAS 111-30-8
OCH(CH2)3CHO | RTECS MA2450000
Synonyms & Trade Names Glutaric dialdehyde; 1,5-Pentanedial | DOT ID & Guide
Exposure Limits | NIOSH REL: C 0.2 ppm (0.8 mg/m3) See Appendix C (Aldehydes)
OSHA PEL†: none
IDLH N.D. | Conversion 1 ppm = 4.09 mg/m3
Physical Description Colorless liquid with a pungent odor.
MW: 100.1 | BP: 212°F | FRZ: 7°F | Sol: Miscible
VP: 17 mmHg | IP: ? |  | Sp.Gr: 1.10
Fl.P: NA | UEL: NA | LEL: NA |
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
Personal Protection & Sanitation 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
Respirator Recommendations To be added later
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