Most Common Industrial Applications of Chitosan
Water Treatment & Environmental Remediation
• Acts as a natural flocculant to remove heavy metals, dyes, and pollutants from wastewater.
• Used in filtration membranes for clean water systems.
Agriculture & Aquaculture
• Seed coatings to improve germination and protect against pathogens.
• Biodegradable films and mulches for crop protection.
• Feed additives and water treatments in aquaculture to promote healthier ecosystems.
Food & Beverage Industry
• Natural preservative that extends shelf life by inhibiting microbial growth.
• Improves texture and nutritional profile of food products.
• Used as a fat substitute or stabilizer in formulations.
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Degree of Deacetylation (DD)
0–95% (application-specific; higher DD for water treatment efficiency
Molecular Weight / Viscosity
Broad range (10–800 mPa·s); tailored for films, coatings, or flocculant
Purity
Free of heavy metals, low ash (< 2%), moisture (< 10%)
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