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Glutaral
Glutaral
Low concern
Glutaraldehyde is a potent skin and respiratory irritant and a recognized sensitizer. OSHA, NIOSH, and CDC have published occupational exposure cautions.
Found in
1 products
What it is
Glutaral (glutaraldehyde) is a dialdehyde used primarily as a disinfectant, sterilant, and tissue fixative.
Not authorized as a direct food additive. Used as a hard-surface disinfectant and in medical instrument sterilization.
Why it's flagged
- Strong respiratory and skin sensitizer.
- Eye, skin, and mucous membrane irritant.
- Occupational asthma reported in healthcare workers.
What regulators actually say
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Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not authorized as a direct food additive; FDA-cleared as a high-level disinfectant for medical devices.
European Union — EFSA
Not authorized as a food additive.
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