Glutaraldehyde serves as a highly efficient broad-spectrum biocide and disinfectant capable of killing bacteria, fungi, viruses and spores. It finds extensive application across diverse sectors. In the medical field, it sterilizes endoscopes and surgical instruments without corroding metal equipment. It also controls microorganisms and removes algae in circulating cooling water, industrial wastewater and swimming pools for water treatment. The product acts as a tanning agent in leather processing to enhance the softness and toughness of finished leather, and it is applied in aquaculture to disinfect fish ponds and curb harmful pathogenic bacteria.