Chitosan (≥85% deacetylated, viscosity>90 mPa.s, MW 15000)  (Synonyms: Deacetylated chitin (≥85% deacetylated, viscosity>90 mPa.s, MW 15000); Poly(D-glucosamine) (≥85% deacetylated, viscosity>90 mPa.s, MW 15000))

Chitosan (Deacetylated chitin) (≥85% deacetylated, viscosity>90 mPa.s, MW 15000) is a polysaccharide obtained by deacetylating chitin, and exhibits antimicrobial activity against various bacteria and fungi^[1].

Chitosan is a polycationic linear polysaccharide derived from chitin. Chitosan is an versatile biomaterial because of its non-toxicity, low allergenicity, biocompatibility and biodegradability. Chitosan also has antitumor, antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant activities^[1].

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15000 (Average)

9012-76-4

Solid

Light yellow to yellow

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

• [1]. Tatchapol Nanmong, et al. Extraction of Chitosan Derived from Mushroom by Deacetylation for Wastewater Treatment. Key Engineering MaterialsKey Engineering Materials Vol. 98.