Glutaraldehyde is a toxic chemical that is used for cold sterilization of medical and dental equipment. It is in Cidex and other products. Glutaraldehyde can cause severe irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, lungs, nausea, headaches, drowsiness, and dizziness. It can cause difficult breathing and other severe allergic reactions in workers who have become sensitized to glutaraldehyde.
| Date Of Record Release | 2009-09-15 17:24:13 |
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| Description | Glutaraldehyde is a toxic chemical that is used for cold sterilization of medical and dental equipment. It is in Cidex and other products. Glutaraldehyde can cause severe irritation of the eyes, nose, throat, lungs, nausea, headaches, drowsiness, and dizziness. It can cause difficult breathing and other severe allergic reactions in workers who have become sensitized to glutaraldehyde. |
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| Source | AFSCME |
| Keyword | Worker safety, Glutaraldehyde, Chemical |
| Selector | Stith |
| Date Of Record Creation | 2009-09-15 17:19:47 |
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| Date Last Modified | 2009-09-15 17:24:13 |
| Language | English |
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