Proper storage and leakage handling are critical to ensuring the safety of Glutaraldehyde:
Storage precautions:
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse, avoiding direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays accelerate its decomposition) and high temperatures (storage temperature ≤30℃; freezing at ≤0℃ may cause the solution to crystallize).
Use original sealed HDPE plastic drums (not metal containers, as glutaraldehyde may react with metals to generate precipitates) and label them clearly with "corrosive substance" and "toxic" warnings.
Store separately from oxidants (e.g., hydrogen peroxide) and acids (e.g., hydrochloric acid) to avoid chemical reactions such as decomposition or gas generation.
Leakage handling:
Isolate the leakage area, prohibit irrelevant personnel from entering, and wear full protective equipment (including a chemical protective suit, gas mask, and boots) before handling.
Absorb the leaked liquid with inert absorbents (e.g., vermiculite, activated carbon)—do not use sawdust or other organic absorbents (which may react with glutaraldehyde).
Collect the absorbent into a sealed plastic bucket for professional treatment (do not dump it into sewers or soil); rinse the contaminated area with plenty of water and test the water quality before discharging.
