Chitosan (Purity: 99.9%, APS: 30-40 µm)
Chitosan | |
Product No | NRE-30013 |
CAS | 9012-76-4 |
Purity | 99.9% |
APS | <80 µm (can be customized) |
Odor | Odorless |
pH | 7.0-9.0 |
Density | 0.25g/ml(Bulk) |
Color | Off White |
Melting Point | 220°C |
Boiling Point | NA |
Chitosan Powder
Chitosan powder, derived from chitin found in the shells of crustaceans, is a versatile biopolymer with numerous applications across various fields.
Medical and Healthcare Applications
Wound Dressings:
Deployment: Chitosan powder wound dressings and bandages due to its biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties, which promote faster healing and reduce infection.
Applications: Treatment of chronic wounds, burns, and surgical wounds.
Drug Delivery Systems:
Deployment: utilized in drug delivery systems to enhance the controlled release of medications. Its biocompatibility and ability to form gels make it suitable for this purpose.
Applications: Oral, topical, and injectable drug delivery systems.
Antibacterial Agents:
Deployment: natural antimicrobial properties that make it useful in developing antibacterial agents and treatments.
Applications: Antibacterial coatings, sanitizing products, and preservatives.
Agriculture and Horticulture
Soil Conditioners:
Deployment: Chitosan powder is used to improve soil structure and fertility by increasing water retention and enhancing soil microbial activity.
Applications: Soil amendments, organic farming.
Plant Growth Enhancers:
Deployment: Chitosan powder is used as a biopesticide and plant growth enhancer, promoting plant health and resistance to pests and diseases.
Applications: Crop protection, plant growth regulators.
Seed Coating:
Deployment: Chitosan powder is applied as a coating for seeds to protect them from pathogens and improve germination rates.
Applications: Seed treatments for various crops.
Food and Beverage Industry
Food Preservation:
Deployment: Chitosan powder is used as a natural preservative to extend the shelf life of food products by inhibiting microbial growth.
Applications: Coatings for fruits and vegetables, food packaging.
Dietary Supplements:
Deployment: Chitosan powder is used in dietary supplements for its potential to aid weight loss by binding dietary fats and reducing fat absorption.
Applications: Weight management supplements, cholesterol-lowering products.