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How to Use GOHSENOL™
Storage of Aqueous Solutions
- An aqueous solution of N- or A-type GOHSENOL™ usually increases viscosity or causes gelation when left alone. A lower temperature and higher saponification degree will make this tendency more remarkable. If the aqueous solution contains GOHSENOL™ alone, it usually returns to its former state when the temperature is raised.
- G- or K-type GOHSENOL™ is less likely to gelate than N- and A-type (hardly gelate even at a higher concentration). Sorbic acid, rhodan salt, or a higher alcohol is effective for preventing gelation if it is slight.
- Do not use containers that easily rust. Sodium nitrite or sodium benzoate is effective for the prevention of rust.
- Mildew rarely grows in aqueous solutions of GOHSENOL™.
- Sodium dehydroacetate, potassium sorbate, and sodium pentachlorophenol effective preservatives (0.01-0.1 weight % to an aqueous solution of GOHSENOL™ is suitable).
- In the case of adding rust inhibitors or preservatives, be sure to refer to the instruction manuals provided for the chemicals.
