Glutaraldehyde is commonly used as a high-level disinfectant in medical equipment. For example: endoscopes, spirometry tubes, dialyzers, transducers, anesthesia and respiratory therapy equipment, hemodialysis delivery systems and laparoscopic plastic truncated. Glutaraldehyde is non-corrosive to metals and will not damage rubber or plastics. (Guideline for Disinfection and Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities, CDC, 2008)