Chitosan (300 - 1000 cps); medium molecular weight
Degree of Deacetylation: ≥ 90.0%
25g packaging
250g packaging
1kg packaging
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Chitosan is a polysaccharide comprised of linked D-glucosamine and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine units. It is produced by the deacetylation of chitin, a naturally occurring polysaccharide. Chitosan is commercially used in agriculture as a biopesticide but has potential applications in the biomedical field due to its antibacterial properties. This product is derived from shrimp shell.
Chitosan, a future biopolymer
Chitosan, a versatile biopolymer derived from chitin, is a material of increasing interest due to its widespread applications. It is widely available as a raw material and can be sourced from by-products of the seafood industry or extracted from fungi. Research has found that chitosan possesses many useful characteristics that make it a favorable choice over other common biopolymers. Explore chitosan’s potential applications in biotechnology, medicine, food packaging and cosmetics, and discover what is on offer in Glentham Life Sciences' chitosan product range.
