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SAFETY DATA SHEET

Glutaraldehyde Solution, 0.1M Phosphate Buffered, pH 7.4 - 0.025%

Version 1Last reviewed 23 February 2026Catalogue: 16535-05-SP, 16537-05, 16537-05-SP, 16537-05-SPECIAL, 16537-10, C16535-05

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name
Glutaraldehyde Solution, 0.1M Phosphate Buffered - 0.025%
Other Names
Not available
Product Number(s)
16535-05-SP, 16537-05, 16537-05-SP, 16537-05-SPECIAL, 16537-10, C16535-05
CAS Number
111-30-8

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Laboratory use

Company Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

Emergency Contact Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Mixture

Label Elements

Harmful / irritant
Harmful / irritant
Health hazard
Health hazard
Signal Words
None
Hazard Statement(s)
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statement(s)
  • P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P284: [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
  • P302±P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water
  • P304±P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305±P351±P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
  • P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/... if you feel unwell.
  • P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
  • P361: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
  • P333±P313: IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P337±P313: IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P342±P311: IF experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P403±P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations

Human Health

Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation.
Ingestion
Not available
Eyes
Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin
Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Environment

  • Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
  • Dilute with plenty of water.
  • Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water
  • Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
  • Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

NameCAS No.Content (w/w)Classification
Glutaraldehyde111-30-8>2.5-≤10%Not Available

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air and to be sure call for a doctor. In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
Other Information
  • Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours
  • after the accident.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire
: Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment
HAZCHEM
Not available

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

Mouth respiratory protective device.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
  • See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
  • See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
  • See Section 13 for disposal information.
Environmental precautions
  • Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
  • Dilute with plenty of water.
  • Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
  • Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
  • Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
  • Ensure adequate ventilation.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling
  • Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
  • Prevent formation of aerosols
Conditions for safe storage
Keep receptacle tightly sealed.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

MaterialTWA ppmTWA mg/m³STEL ppmSTEL mg/m³
Glutaraldehyde0.05ppm0.2mg/m30.2ppm0.8mg/m3
Engineering controls
  • Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
  • Prevent formation of aerosols.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles
Skin protection
Protective gloves
Body protection
Not available
Respiratory protection
  • In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use
  • respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance
Fluid
Odour
Characteristic
pH
7.4
Vapour Pressure
Not determined
Density
1 g/cm³ (8.345 lbs/gal)
Boiling Point
100 °C (212 °F)
Melting Point
0 °C (32 °F)
Solubility
Fully miscible, 97.5% solu
Specific Gravity of Density
1 g/cm³ (8.345 lbs/gal)
Flash Point
Not applicable
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not flammable, Product does not present an explosion hazard
Ignition Temperature
Product is not selfigniting
Formula
Not available

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity
Not determined
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects
  • Dermal LD50 2,560 mg/kg (rabbit)
  • Oral LD50 134 mg/kg (rat)
Eye contact
Irritating effect.
Skin contact
  • Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.
  • Sensitization possible through skin contact.
Ingestion
Not determined
Inhalation
Sensitization possible through inhalation
Toxicity and irritation
Harmful and Irritant

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity
  • Toxic for fish
  • Harmful to fish
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
  • Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water
  • Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
  • Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
  • Also poisonous for fish and plankton in water bodies.
  • Toxic for aquatic organisms
  • Harmful to aquatic organisms

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

  • Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
  • Disposal must be made according to official regulations
  • Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents.

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM
Not available
UN Number
Not applicable
Proper shipping name
Not applicable
Transport hazard class
Not applicable
Packing group
Not applicable
Environmental hazard
Not applicable
Special precautions for users
Not applicable
Additional information
Not applicable

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number
Not applicable
Other Information
Not applicable

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date
23 February 2026
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.