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Industry Chitosan

Industry Chitosan

Chitosan is a natural polysaccharide that is mainly found in the shells of Marine organisms such as shrimp, crabs, shellfish and the exoskeletons of insects.
CAS No.9012-76-4
MF:C6H11NO4X2
EINECS No.618-480-0
H222
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Chitosan is a chitin byproduct derived from the exoskeleton of crustaceans such as shrimp, crab, lobster, and clams, as well as the cell wall of Reishi mushrooms.
 

Chitosan is an excipient used in pharmaceutical preparations as well as biomedical applications such as wound dressings.

It is used to treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity,and other ailments, although there is no scientific evidence to back up several of its applications.

Product Name
Industry Chitosan
Appearance
White powder
Specification
 99%
Test Method
HPLC
Storage
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder.
Shelf Time
24 months
 

Chitosan is the second most abundant (only next to cellulose) biopolymer and is widely distributed.

It is mainly distributed in many lower animals particularly the shells of arthropods such as shrimp, crabs and insects.

It is also presented in the cell wall of in lower plants such as algae and fungus.

Industrial Grade Chitosan is a natural polymer material obtained by deacetylation of chitin. Industry Chitosan is widely used in many fields, mainly including:
1.Pharmaceutical field:
Due to its good biocompatibility and biodegradability, Industry Chitosan is often used in drug delivery systems, wound dressings and tissue engineering.
 
2.Food industry:
Industry Chitosan can be used as a food preservative and freshness-keeping agent, which can extend the shelf life of food. In addition, it can be used as a food additive to improve the texture and taste of food.
 
3.Agriculture:
Industry Chitosan can be used as soil improvement, plant growth promoter and slow-release carrier for pesticides, with good environmental friendliness.
 
4.Water treatment:
Industry Chitosan can be used in water treatment to remove heavy metal ions and organic pollutants in water, with good adsorption performance.
 
5.Cosmetics:
In cosmetics, Industry Chitosan can be used as a moisturizer and skin repairing ingredient to help improve skin texture.