Description
Chitosan Hydrochloride – Fungal Origin is a premium water-soluble derivative of chitosan produced from Aspergillus niger. With a degree of deacetylation (DAC) ≥98%, it features excellent purity, bioactivity, and consistent quality. Unlike marine-sourced chitosan, this fungal-derived version is non-allergenic, vegan-friendly, and suitable for use in vegetarian formulations, making it ideal for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and agricultural applications.
Recognized for its biodegradability, biocompatibility, and antimicrobial properties, fungal chitosan hydrochloride offers enhanced solubility compared to conventional chitosan, allowing for easy formulation in liquid and solid systems.
Specification:
Source: Aspergillus niger
Appearance: Off-white to light yellow powder
Odor & Taste: Characteristic
Degree of Deacetylation (DAC): ≥98%
pH (1% solution): 3–6
Viscosity (1% in water): 20–100 cps
Mesh Size: 100% pass 80 mesh
Loss on Drying: ≤8%
Total Ash: ≤2%
Solubility: Easily soluble in water
Heavy Metals:
Arsenic (As): ≤2.0 ppm
Lead (Pb): ≤1.0 ppm
Cadmium (Cd): ≤0.5 ppm
Mercury (Hg): ≤0.5 ppm
Total Heavy Metals: ≤20 ppm
Key Features:
1) High DAC ≥98% – Superior purity and biofunctional performance.
2) Vegan-Friendly – Derived from Aspergillus niger, suitable for vegetarian and hypoallergenic formulations.
3) Excellent Solubility – Fully dissolves in water for flexible applications.
4) Safe & Clean – Low heavy metals, low ash, and consistent microbial control.
5) Biodegradable & Biocompatible – Environmentally friendly with wide safety profile.
6) Stable Performance – Controlled viscosity and fine mesh for formulation consistency.
Applications:
1) Food & Nutraceuticals: Used as a dietary fiber, stabilizer, and natural preservative in functional foods and supplements.
2) Cosmetics & Personal Care: Improves moisture retention, film formation, and antimicrobial protection in creams, lotions, hair care, and oral care products.
3) Pharmaceuticals & Biomedical: Explored for wound healing, tissue engineering, and drug delivery systems due to its bioactive and biocompatible nature.
4) Agriculture: Applied as a biopesticide, plant defense elicitor, and growth promoter in organic farming.
5) Water Treatment: Natural flocculant and chelating agent for heavy metal removal and clarification.