Polyether F-68 (Poloxamer 188) is a white to slightly yellow waxy solid. Its storage conditions directly affect product stability and use safety. According to the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), it should be stored in accordance with the following requirements:
Containers must be kept tightly closed. The storage environment temperature is recommended to be below 25°C, and the area should be dry and well-ventilated. Avoid prolonged exposure to humid environments, as the product may cake or degrade.
The storage area must be kept away from high temperatures, heat sources, sparks, open flames, and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers. The floor should be made of impermeable materials and equipped with dikes or secondary containment devices. The storage area must be clearly posted with safety signs, segregated according to chemical storage regulations, and must not be stored together with food, feed, or beverages.
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Recommended below 25°C (cool environment) |
| Humidity | Dry, avoid prolonged exposure to moisture |
| Container | Keep tightly closed |
| Ventilation | Well-ventilated area |
| Avoid | High temperatures, heat sources, sparks, open flames, strong oxidizers |
| Floor requirement | Impermeable floor + dike/secondary containment device |
| Segregation | Do not store with food, feed, or beverages |
| Safety signs | Post clear safety signs, restrict access to authorized personnel only |