Question

How should Rapid Penetrant T-70E, Wetting Agent OT be stored? What is the shelf life?

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2026-06-06 官方文档 快速渗透剂T-70E,润湿剂OT

Rapid Penetrant T-70E (Wetting Agent OT) should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse with a recommended temperature of 5°C–35°C, protected from direct sunlight and freezing. The shelf life is not explicitly marked in the product database; the industry common reference is generally 12 months (from the date of production, under original sealed conditions).

Detailed Description

The main component of Rapid Penetrant T-70E (Wetting Agent OT) is dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt (70% solution), which belongs to the anionic surfactant category. Under appropriate storage conditions, this product has good chemical stability, but improper storage environment may cause product stratification, deterioration, or performance degradation. To maintain the product's penetrating and wetting performance to the greatest extent, the following storage specifications must be strictly followed.

Regarding the shelf life: According to the product database of Guoli Chemical, this product currently has no official shelf life data. Based on industry practices, sulfosuccinate surfactants (70% solution) under original sealed and recommended storage conditions typically have a shelf life of 12 months from the production date. After the shelf life expires, it is recommended to contact the technical team for performance retesting; confirmation of key indicators such as penetrating power, pH value, and active matter content is required before continued use. For specific batch validity, please refer to the product packaging label or the Certificate of Analysis (COA).

During storage, if obvious stratification, increased turbidity, unusual odor, or color darkening are observed, the product should be stopped even if the shelf life has not expired, and the Guoli Chemical technical team should be contacted for quality assessment.

Storage Condition Requirements

Storage ElementSpecific Requirement
Ambient TemperatureRecommended to be kept between 5°C and 35°C; Freezing is strictly prohibited; Avoid long-term storage in high temperatures (>40°C)
Storage EnvironmentCool, dry, well-ventilated dedicated warehouse, away from heat sources, sparks, and open flames; Protect from direct sunlight
Container SealingKeep sealed when not in use; After opening, re-seal carefully and keep upright to prevent water evaporation and external contamination
Container MaterialPackaging containers must be sturdy and intact, and the material must be compatible with the product (stainless steel, polyethylene, or plastic-lined containers are recommended)
Prohibited IsolationKeep away from strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases, and other incompatible materials; Do not mix or transport with food, beverages, or animal feed
Floor ProtectionStorage area floor should be laid with anti-seepage, corrosion-resistant materials, and equipped with secondary containment such as dikes or collection trenches.

Application Recommendations

To ensure stable product performance, it is recommended to follow the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principle, prioritizing the use of earlier batches. After each use, immediately seal the container to minimize prolonged exposure of the product to air, thereby delaying potential oxidation or moisture absorption. In low-temperature winter environments, the product viscosity may increase; before use, the container can be placed in a room temperature environment to naturally warm up (do not heat directly). After the fluidity is restored, stir evenly before normal use.

Precautions

  • This product is sensitive to environmental temperature; freezing is strictly prohibited — freezing may cause irreversible destruction of the emulsion structure and stratification, severely affecting the use effect.
  • Opened packaging should be used up quickly. If long-term storage of opened product is required, it is recommended to fill the container with nitrogen for inert gas protection.
  • Waste product and contaminated packaging must be disposed of by qualified professional agencies in accordance with hazardous waste laws and regulations; Do not discharge into water bodies or soil freely.
  • For complete safety operation, first aid measures, and leakage treatment methods for this product, please refer to the product SDS document.