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VWR Glutaraldehyde 50% in Water GPR RECTAPUR® (250 mL)
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Specifications:
| Application | Analytical Chemistry | ||
| Storage Temperature | 2-8°C | ||
| Product Type | Dye | Forms | Liquid |
| Product Brand | VWR | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | C₅H₈O₂ |
VWR Glutaraldehyde 50% in Water (GPR RECTAPUR®) is a high-purity grade dialdehyde solution widely used in electron microscopy, histology, biochemistry, disinfection, sterilization processes, and crosslinking reactions. With verified concentration (47.5–52% by GC) and low impurity levels, this reagent delivers reliable performance in research laboratories, industrial processes, and quality control environments.
Classified as Toxic, Corrosive, and a Health Hazard, this material must be handled strictly under controlled laboratory safety conditions.
Key Features
- High-purity GPR RECTAPUR® grade suitable for microscopy, fixation, and crosslinking applications.
- Concentration verified by GC assay (47.5–52%).
- Low methanol content (≤0.3%) for improved performance in sensitive biological preparations.
- Clear, colorless to yellow solution meeting strict APHA color limits (≤50).
- Stable at ambient storage conditions.
- Classified under ADR: 6.1 (toxic) / 8 (corrosive), UN 2922, Packaging Group II.
Applications
Biological Fixation & Microscopy
- Widely used for electron microscopy (EM) tissue fixation.
- Effective in histology, preserving ultrastructure and preventing autolysis.
Protein & Enzyme Crosslinking
- Forms stable crosslinks between amino groups—ideal for biochemistry, protein stabilization, enzyme immobilization.
Disinfection & Sterilization
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Active biocidal agent used in:
- Cold sterilization of medical instruments
- Decontamination of laboratory surfaces
- Industrial sanitation workflows
Chemical Synthesis & Industrial Processes
- Used in polymer chemistry, tanning, adhesives, and specialty material modification.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Glutaraldehyde 50% in Water, GPR RECTAPUR® |
| Catalog Number | 88452.230 |
| Pack Size | 250 mL |
| Synonyms | Glutaral; Glutardialdehyde; 1,5-Pentanedial |
| CAS Number | 111-30-8 |
| Chemical Formula | C₅H₈O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 100.12 g/mol |
| MDL Number | MFCD00007025 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless or yellow liquid |
| Assay (GC) | 47.5–52% |
| Color (APHA) | ≤50 |
| pH | 3.2–4.2 |
| Methanol Content | ≤0.3% |
| Density | 1.014 g/cm³ (20 °C) |
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| ADR Classification | 6.1 (Toxic); 8 (Corrosive); Packaging Group II |
| UN Number | 2922 |
| Seq | 2590 |
VWR Glutaraldehyde 50% in Water (GPR RECTAPUR®) is a versatile and high-grade dialdehyde reagent essential for microscopy, biological fixation, sterilization, and chemical crosslinking. With strict specifications, low impurities, and reliable assay confirmation, this product delivers consistent performance across research and industrial applications. LabMart proudly supplies this high-quality VWR reagent to laboratories and institutions throughout Ghana and West Africa, ensuring dependable access to key chemical materials for advanced scientific workflows.