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Chitosan
Chitosan is a natural polysaccharide derived from chitin, used in biomedical applications, drug delivery, water treatment, and agriculture due to its biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties. It has a CAS number of 9012-76-4, molecular formula (C6H11NO4)n, and is a polymer with no defined molecular weight. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Chitosan from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Chitosan is a natural polysaccharide derived from chitin, used in biomedical applications, drug delivery, water treatment, and agriculture due to its biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties. It has a CAS number of 9012-76-4, molecular formula (C6H11NO4)n, and is a polymer with no defined molecular weight. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Chitosan from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-White or to light yellow / beige powder |
| Water | ≤ 10.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Arsenic | ≤ 0.5ppm |
| Viscosity | 50mpa.s - 800mpa.s |
| Ash Content | ≤ 1.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Total plate count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| pH | 7.0 - 8.5 |
| Bulk density | ≥ 0.3g/ml |
| DAC degree | ≥ 90.0% |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative |
| Mesh size | ≤ 200µm |
| Average molecular weight | 700kDa |
| Yeast and mold | ≤100cfu/g |
| Ecoli | Negative |
| Acid insoluble matter | ≤ 1.0% |
| For research use only, not for human use | For research use only, not for human use |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 9012-76-4 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H11NO4)n |
| Molecular Weight | Polymer |
| SMILES | COC(=O)N[C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O[C@H]1O[C@@H]2[C@H](O[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)N)O[C@@H]3[C@H](O[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]3O)N)O)CO)CO)CO)O[C@H]4[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O4)CO)O[C@H]5[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@ |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 39139050 |
| Tariff Code | 3913900099 |
Safety & GHS
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is chitosan used for?
Chitosan is used in biomedical applications, water treatment, and as a food additive due to its biocompatibility and film-forming properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chitosan?
The formula is (C6H11NO4)n, and it is a polymer with no defined molecular weight.
How should chitosan be stored?
Chitosan should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of chitosan is available?
Molekula offers chitosan in technical and pharmaceutical grades, depending on the application.
Can Molekula supply chitosan in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply chitosan in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a chitosan order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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