Chitosan
Chitosan is a linear polysaccharide composed of randomly distributed β-(1-4)-linked D-glucosamine (deacetylated unit) and N-acetyl-D-glucosamine (acetylated unit). It is made by treating shrimp and other crustacean shells with the alkali sodium hydroxide
Features
Product Name:Chitosan
Source: Shrimp/Crab shell
Application: Food/Cosmetic/Pharma/Industrial Area
Solubility: Soluble in acid, insoluble in water
Deacetylation degree:85% 90% 95%
Basic Information
Product Name:Chitosan
Source: Shrimp/Crab shell
Application: Food/Cosmetic/Pharma/Industrial Area
Solubility: Soluble in acid, insoluble in water
Deacetylation degree:85% 90% 95%
CAS Number: 9012-76-4
Application
Food Grade:
- Antibacterial Agent: Chitosan is used to inhibit bacterial growth in food products.
- Preservative: Extends the shelf life of fruits and vegetables by preventing spoilage.
- Health Supplement Additives: Incorporated into health-care foods for its beneficial properties.
- Clarifying Agent: Used to purify and clarify fruit juices.
Agriculture Grade:
- Natural Seed Treatment: Enhances seed germination and seedling growth.
- Plant Growth Enhancer: Promotes stronger and healthier plant development.
- Biopesticide: Provides an eco-friendly solution to protect plants from fungal infections.
- Feed Additive: Inhibits harmful bacteria, boosts animal immunity, and improves overall health.
Industrial Grade:
- Wastewater Treatment: Effectively adsorbs heavy metals and organic pollutants, making it ideal for treating industrial wastewater and dye effluents.
- Water Purification: Used in the purification processes of drinking water.
- Textile Industry: Enhances fabric qualities and dye uptake.
- Paper-Making Industry: Improves the dry and wet strength of paper and enhances surface printability.
Water Soluble Grade:
- Enhanced Solubility: Carboxylated chitosan dissolves easily in water, retaining stable properties.
- Moisture Management: Offers excellent moisture absorption and retention, making it suitable for a range of personal care products like creams, gels, and lotions.
- Antibacterial Properties: Incorporated into cosmetics, it helps inhibit bacterial growth.
- Food Preservation: Acts as a moisturizing and antistaling agent for foods, fruits, and vegetables.
- Sewage Treatment: Used as a flocculant to purify wastewater.
- Pharmaceutical Applications: Functions as a drug sustained-release agent and a non-toxic adhesive.
- Textile and Paper Industry: Serves as an auxiliary in dyeing, printing, and paper-making processes.
Carboxymethyl Chitosan:
- Water Solubility: Fully soluble in water, enhancing its usability across various applications.
- Film Formation: Capable of forming films, which are useful in cosmetic and industrial applications.
- Heavy Metal Chelation: Acts as a chelating agent to remove heavy metals from solutions.
- Cosmetics: Used in advanced skincare products for its film-forming and moisture-retaining properties.
- Wastewater Treatment: Effective in purifying contaminated water.
- Agriculture: Functions as a plant growth regulator.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used as a drug sustained-release agent.
Specifications Sheet
| Item | Standard |
| Appearance | Off-white powder |
| Bulk Density, g/ml | ≥0.6 |
| Degree of Deacetylation, % | ≥85,90,95 |
| PH | 7.0-8.0 |
| Loss on Drying, % | ≤10 |
| Residue on Ignition, %; | ≤1.0 |
| Insoluble, % | ≤1.0 |
| Heavy Metals, ppm (as Pb) | ≤10 |
| Arsenic, ppm | ≤0.5 |
| Viscosity (1%,20°C), mpa.s | 20-500 |
| Total Plate Count, cfu/g | ≤1000 |
| Yeast, cfu/g | ≤100 |
| E.Coli | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Particle Size, mesh | 80, 100 |
Shipping & Storage
Delivery:Sea/Air Shipping & International Express
Shipping Time: 2-3 working days after payment
Package: 1-5kg/Aluminum foil bag, size: 22cm (Width)*32cm (Length)
15-25kg/Drum, size: 38cm (Diameter)*50cm (Height)
Storage: Kept away from strong light and heat.
Shelf Life: 24 months
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