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Polymerization and Saponification Value of GOHSENOL™ Products
GOHSENOL™ products can be roughly categorized into two types; a fully saponified type comprising
mostly hydroxyl groups, and a partially saponified type retaining a certain portion of acetic
groups.
The relation between the fully saponified type and partially saponified type can be illustrated as
below.
Polymerization degree is usually indicated as a viscosity at a particular concentration (usually, 4% at
20℃).

Influence of Degree of Polymerization and Saponification Value on Properties of GOHSENOL™
The characteristics of GOHSENOL™ products are governed by their Degree of Polymerization
and Saponification Value as summarized below.
|
Degree of Polymerization |
Higher |
Lower |
Solution Viscosity |
Higher |
Lower |
Film Strength |
Stronger |
Weaker |
Solubility |
Less water-soluble |
More water-soluble |
|
Saponification Value |
Higher |
Lower |
Solution Viscosity |
Somewhat higher |
Somewhat lower |
Film Strength |
Slight stronger |
Slight weaker |
Solubility |
Less soluble in cold water |
More soluble in cold water |