Cationic PVOH K Series

Cationic PVOH K Series: Information

GOHSENX™ K Series

The product is a modified PVOH with a cationic group (quaternary ammonium salt) on its side chain.

Structural formula

Properties

  • The product shows selective adsorption to negatively charged materials (natural fibers, pulp, etc.).
  • It shows excellent emulsifier and dispersing behavior with its surface activity and protective colloid properties. Resulting emulsions also have selective adsorption properties.
  • An aqueous solution of the product behaves as a polyelectrolyte and forms an ion complex with anionic water soluble resin.
  • It has antibacterial properties and can be expected to be used as an antibacterial polymer.

Grades and technical specifications

Cationic PVOH K 
Viscosity
GOHSENX™K  
K⁻43485.5~88.018.0~22.0

*1: 4% aqueous solution at 20°C
*2: 4% aqueous solution at 30°C