Chitin (CAS 1398-61-4) is a natural polysaccharide found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans and insects. It is composed of N-acetylglucosamine units and serves as a precursor for chitosan. Chitin is used as a biomaterial, flocculant, and soil conditioner.
Chitin
CAS No.:1398-61-4
Product Grade: Industrial Grade
Purity / Assay: 95%
Molecular Formula:(C₈H₁₃NO₅)ₙ
Molecular Weight:Variable
EINECS No.:215-744-3
Synonym(s):Chitin; Poly(N-acetylglucosamine)
Chitin (CAS 1398-61-4) is a natural polysaccharide found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans and insects. It is composed of N-acetylglucosamine units and serves as a precursor for chitosan. Chitin is used as a biomaterial, flocculant, and soil conditioner.
1. Precursor for chitosan production. 2. Wastewater treatment flocculant. 3. Biomedical and wound-healing material. 4. Agricultural soil conditioner.
25kg/bag; 25kg/drum
CAS No.: 1398-61-4
Product Name: Chitin
Purity / Assay:95%
Molecular Formula:(C₈H₁₃NO₅)ₙ
Molecular Weight:Variable
EINECS No.:215-744-3
Synonym(s):Chitin; Poly(N-acetylglucosamine)
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