United Kingdom Glutaraldehyde Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product (Glutaraldehyde 25%, Glutaraldehyde 50%, and Others), By Application (Disinfection & Sterilization, Pesticide, Electron & Light Microscopy, Leather Tanning, and Others), and UK Glutaraldehyde Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Glutaraldehyde Market Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Glutaraldehyde Market Size Was Estimated at USD 50.8 Million in 2024
• The UK Glutaraldehyde Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.72% from 2025 to 2035
• The UK Glutaraldehyde Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 84.4 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The UK Glutaraldehyde Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 84.4 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 4.72% from 2025 to 2035. The rising demand for high-level disinfectants in healthcare, increased focus on infection control, expanding oil and gas activities, and its effective use as a biocide in water treatment and industrial applications.

 Market Overview

The UK glutaraldehyde market refers to a strong chemical that is utilised in many different sectors as a fixative, disinfectant, and steriliser. It is a colourless, oily liquid with strong antibacterial qualities and a strong odour, which makes it especially useful for sterilising medical and pharmaceutical equipment. The increasing application of high-level disinfectants and sterilants in the healthcare industry is stimulating the glutaraldehyde market in the UK. The wide application of glutaraldehyde to sterilise heat-sensitive medical devices such as dialysis equipment and endoscopes highlights its importance in regards to patient safety and patient hygiene. Glutaraldehyde is also used as a biocide in agricultural, oil & gas, pulp, and paper water treatment systems. In the oil & gas industry, controlling biofilm and preventing microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) in pipelines and drilling muds is essential. It is very effective due to its capacity to enter biofilms and eradicate germs there. It is also used to clean livestock equipment and houses in agriculture. Glutaraldehyde use in the UK is predicted to rise further due to the growing need for biofilm control solutions, oil and gas infrastructure, and medical devices, which will be aided by continued government expenditures on pipeline construction and healthcare.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK glutaraldehyde market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market.

Driving Factors

The growing demand for effective sterilisers and disinfectants, especially in health care environments, is driving demand for glutaraldehyde. It is an excellent option for the sterilisation of medical and dental devices, due to its powerful antibacterial features. As concern over the spread of infection rises, glutaraldehyde's use is on the rise, due to increased focus on preventing healthcare-related health issues and infection. As hospitals and clinics enhance their sanitation measures, demand for glutaraldehyde-based solutions will continue to grow.

Restraining Factors

The health and ecological concerns. Its toxicity can cause skin, eye, and respiratory problems, with long-term exposure posing risks for workers. Its improper disposal also threatens aquatic life, encouraging stricter regulations. These health and environmental concerns are pushing many industries to explore safer and more eco-friendly substances, limiting the growth in glutaraldehyde use. These factors hamper the glutaraldehyde market during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market share is classified into product and application.

• The glutaraldehyde 50% segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market is segmented by product into glutaraldehyde 25%, glutaraldehyde 50%, and Others. Among these, the glutaraldehyde 50% segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The product is utilised in many different applications, such as leather fixatives, chemical intermediates, and sterilising medical equipment, and it is efficient against a broad variety of pathogens. In procedures requiring increased material strength and durability, it is the most widely employed cross-linking agent.

• The disinfection & sterilization segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market is segmented by application into disinfection & sterilization, pesticide, electron & light microscopy, leather tanning, and others. Among these, the disinfection & sterilization segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Glutaraldehyde is a cold sterilant and is typically used to disinfect clinical tools, dental equipment, bronchoscopes, endoscopes, and other heat-stable medical equipment. Water treatment plants use it as a disinfectant and steriliser. Its solution is applied to eliminate bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market and a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Acuro Organics Limited
• Becta Laboratories
• Evans Vanodine International PLC
• BASF SE
• Lanxess AG
• Monarch Chemicals Ltd
• Nexchem Ltd
• Chemical Supplies
• VWR International Ltd
• Lonza Group
• Ecolab (Nalco)
• Solvay
• Tokyo Chemical Industry
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Investors
• Market players
• End-users
• Government Authorities
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom glutaraldehyde market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Glutaraldehyde Market, By Product

• Glutaraldehyde 25%
• Glutaraldehyde 50%
• Others

United Kingdom Glutaraldehyde Market, By Application

• Disinfection & Sterilization
• Pesticide
• Electron & Light Microscopy
• Leather Tanning
• Others