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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