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

United States Glutaraldehyde Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The US Glutaraldehyde Market Size Was Estimated at USD 118.9 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.16% from 2025 to 2035
• The US Glutaraldehyde Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 206.9 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United States Glutaraldehyde Market is anticipated to reach USD 206.9 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 5.16% from 2025 to 2035. The expansion of the United States glutaraldehyde market is propelled by a notable increase in the healthcare sector's need for chemical sterilants and high-level disinfectants, as consumer awareness of cleanliness and hygiene has grown.

Market Overview

Glutaraldehyde is a prevalent chemical fixative, sterilant, and disinfectant. It is an oily, colourless liquid with a potent odour. An alkaline buffer, such as sodium bicarbonate, activates glutaraldehyde (C5H8O2), an active component utilised in aqueous solution. Several businesses produce various product grades for disinfecting medical equipment. C5H8O2 is used in the oil and gas industry to inhibit bacteria that degrade surfaces. Additionally, it serves as a corrosion control agent. One of the major producers of crude oil is the US. The United States produced 11.9 million barrels of crude oil in 2022, up from 11.3 million barrels in 2021, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The increase in crude oil production in the U.S. is expected to drive the demand for C5H8O2 in the future, creating a potential opportunity for growing the glutaraldehyde industry in the country.

The glutaraldehyde market benefits indirectly from the U.S. EPA's investments in projects to enhance water and wastewater treatment because glutaraldehyde is used as a biocide in these procedures. Glutaraldehyde is crucial for preserving water quality, which is why the EPA has specifically funded technical support for wastewater treatment in communities.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United States 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 States glutaraldehyde market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, 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 States glutaraldehyde market.

Driving Factors

The growth of the United States glutaraldehyde market is boosted by its strong disinfecting properties in the healthcare industry. Endoscopes and surgical instruments are among the many medical tools and equipment that are frequently sterilised. In the oil and gas sector, it is also used as a biocide to stop bacteria from growing in water treatment systems, drilling fluids, and pipelines. The growing demand for oil and gas, as well as medical devices and equipment, is expected to fuel this industry's growth. Producers also use it as a disinfectant in agriculture to prevent the spread of diseases in plants and animals.

Restraining Factors

The United States glutaraldehyde market faces obstacles like the rising awareness of its possible hazards to human health and the environment. If not handled correctly, glutaraldehyde is known to be a hazardous chemical that can irritate skin and eyes, induce breathing problems, and create other health concerns.

Market Segmentation

The United States 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 remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States 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 remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The segment is driven by leather fixatives, chemical intermediates, and sterilising medical equipment are just a few of the uses for this substance, which is effective against a broad variety of pathogens. It is the most widely employed cross-linking agent in procedures that call for increased material durability and strength. 50% glutaraldehyde is produced by numerous businesses for a variety of uses, including biocide in oil fields and disinfection of medical devices.

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

Based on the application, the United States glutaraldehyde market is segmented into disinfection & sterilization, leather tanning, pesticide, electron & light microscopy, and others. Among these, the disinfection & sterilization segment held the highest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is propelled by endoscopes, bronchoscopes, dental equipment, and other healthcare tools that are susceptible to heat and are disinfected using glutaraldehyde, a cold sterilant.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United States glutaraldehyde market, along with 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

• Neogen Corp
• Fortive Corp
• ASP
• UPICHEM
• Dow Chemical Company
• Union Carbide Corporation
• Steris Corporation
• Ecolab Inc.
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Market Segment

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

United States Glutaraldehyde Market, By Product

• Glutaraldehyde 25%
• Glutaraldehyde 50%
• Others

United States Glutaraldehyde Market, By Application

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