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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℃).

Structural formula

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


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