| Catalog |
ACM9012764-47 |
| CAS |
9012-76-4 |
| Description |
Chitosan is a product derived from chitin, a compound of natural origin obtained from the shell of crab and shellfish. Chitin is an absolutely “safe” material, with a scientifically proved biocompatibility, and it is used in the medical, health and pharmacological fields too. The chitosan’s structure is very similar to cellulose, so in blends with cotton and viscose. |
| Molecular Formula |
(C6H11NO4)n |
| Application |
Flocculation, heavy metal adsorption, biodegradation, antimicrobial activity, immunization, cell activation, acceleration of skin tissue regeneration, salt adsorption, oil absorption inhibition, lowering of cholesterol, haemostatic action, slow releasing action |
| Feature |
Very strong antibacterial effect
Total biodegradability
Biocompatibility
High humidity absorption |
| Notes |
in blends of 10% chitosan / 90% combed cotton
in Ne 40/1 up to Ne 21/1 |
