Product Description:
Glutaraldehyde 25% Solution is a high-purity crosslinking agent widely used in biomedical research, electron microscopy, tissue fixation, immunological studies, and industrial applications. It offers excellent versatility and efficacy across various fields due to its strong protein crosslinking capabilities.
🔬 Product Features
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Chemical Formula: OHC(CH₂)₃CHO
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CAS Number: 111-30-8
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Molecular Weight: 100.12 g/mol
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Appearance: Clear, light yellow liquid
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Concentration: 25% (w/v)
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Solubility: Water-soluble
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Purity: ≥98% (TLC)
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Storage Conditions: Store at 10–30°C
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Shipping Conditions: Ambient temperature
🧪 Applications
1. Biomedical Research
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Tissue Fixation: Used for fixing tissue samples to preserve cellular structure and antigenicity, suitable for optical microscopy and electron microscopy.
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Immunological Studies: Acts as a crosslinking agent in various immunohistochemical and immunoblotting procedures, linking antigens and antibodies.
2. Electron Microscopy
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High-Purity Requirements: Essential for fixing samples for electron microscopy, ensuring clear preservation of details.
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Minimal Impurities: High-purity glutaraldehyde reduces interference from impurities, ensuring accurate experimental results.
3. Industrial Applications
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Crosslinking Agent: Used in industries such as leather, textiles, and paper, where it serves as a crosslinker and curing agent to improve material properties.
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Water Treatment: Applied in industrial water systems to control microbial growth and prevent biofilm formation.
⚠️ Safety Information
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Hazard: This product is a corrosive substance and may cause damage to eyes, skin, and respiratory system.
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Protective Measures: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, goggles, and protective clothing, when handling glutaraldehyde.
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Storage Requirements: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat sources and flames.
Payment terms: Various payment methods are available, including T/T IN ADVANCE, Part repayment and part credit, etc.