Description
Chitosan Lactate (CAS No. 66267-50-6), also known as Chitosan, 2-hydroxypropanoate salt, is a high-purity chitosan derivative obtained from natural chitin. With a deacetylation degree of 90%, this faint yellow powder combines excellent film-forming, moisturizing, and emulsifying properties. The lactate counter-ion enhances its solubility and biocompatibility, making it suitable for cosmetic, agricultural, and industrial applications. Its low viscosity ensures easy incorporation into formulations while maintaining strong performance in biofunctional and technical uses.
Specification:
Appearance: Faint yellow flake or powder
Source: Chitin
Degree of Deacetylation (DAC): ≥90.0%
Viscosity (cps): ≤200
Moisture: ≤10.0%
Insolubles: ≤1.0%
Heavy Metals (Pb): ≤5 ppm
Key Features:
1)、High deacetylation degree (≥90%) ensures strong bioactivity and consistent performance
2)、Balanced viscosity (≤200 cps) for easy blending in cosmetic and industrial formulations
3)、Good film-forming and moisturizing capacity ideal for hair and skin care applications
4)、Excellent emulsifying and adsorption ability for use in wastewater treatment and metal ion removal
5)、Derived from renewable chitin, safe, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly
Applications:
1)、Cosmetics: used in hair gels, conditioners, and skin creams for film formation and moisture retention
2)、Pharmaceuticals: utilized as a biocompatible carrier and stabilizing polymer in formulations
3)、Industrial: applied in oil–water emulsification, wastewater clarification, and heavy metal adsorption
4)、Agriculture: used in seed coating agents to improve germination and plant vigor
5)、Food & feed additives: enhances texture, stabilization, and nutrient delivery in bio-based formulations