CHITOSAN(FOOD GRADE)
Product introduction
Non-Toxic and Odorless.Off-White orslight yellow powder.Soluble in acid,and insoluble in water,base or normal organic solutions.
Chitosan is a natural polysaccharide derived from chitin, which is found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans such as shrimp, crab, and lobster. It is produced through a process of deacetylation of chitin, resulting in a biocompatible and biodegradable material with a wide range of applications in various industries.
Source Analysis:
Chitosan is primarily sourced from the shells of crustaceans, which are a byproduct of the seafood industry. The shells undergo a series of chemical and enzymatic treatments to remove proteins and minerals, followed by deacetylation to produce chitosan. Additionally, chitosan can also be derived from fungal sources, such as Aspergillus niger, through fermentation processes.
BASIC ANALYSIS
| ITEMS | SPECIFICATION |
| Appearance | White or slight yellow,powder or flake with luster |
| Smell | Has its own inherent smell,no peculiar smell |
| Identification | Forward reaction |
| DAC Degree | ≥85% or Customization |
| Viscosity | Meets the requirement |
| Ash Content | ≤1.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤10.0% |
| pH | 6.5～8.5 |
| Insoluble Substance | ≤1.0% |
| As | ≤1ppm |
| Lead | ≤2ppm |
Application
Chitosan has diverse applications across several industries, including pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, agriculture, cosmetics, and wastewater treatment. Some of the key applications include:
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Chitosan is used in drug delivery systems, wound dressings, and tissue engineering due to its biocompatibility, biodegradability, and mucoadhesive properties.
- Food and Beverage Industry: It is utilized as a natural preservative, thickening agent, and dietary supplement due to its ability to bind to fats and cholesterol, as well as its potential prebiotic effects.
- Agriculture: Chitosan is applied in agriculture as a biopesticide, plant growth enhancer, and soil amendment to promote crop yield, control plant diseases, and improve soil quality.
- Cosmetics: Chitosan is used in skincare and hair care products for its moisturizing, film-forming, and anti-microbial properties.
- Water Treatment: Chitosan is employed in water treatment processes for its ability to remove heavy metals, dyes, and other pollutants from wastewater.
Application of chitosan in food industry: Chitosan can be used as adhesive, humectant, clarifier, filler,emulsifier, glazing agent and thickening stabilizer in food industry. It can also be used as a functional oligosaccharide to lower cholesterol and improve immunity. Enzymatic or acid hydrolysis of shrimp skin or crab shell is widely used in industry to extract chitosan.
- 1.As a carry for immobilized enzyme
- 2. Used as food additive
- 3. Used as food packaging film
- 4. Used for food anticorrosion and preservation
Function
In the food and beverage industry, chitosan has a variety of applications, including:
- Natural preservative: Chitosan has antibacterial and antifungal properties and can be used as a natural preservative to extend the shelf life of food. It inhibits the growth of mold and bacteria, helping to maintain the freshness and quality of food.
- Nutritional supplements: Chitosan can be added to foods and beverages as nutritional supplements, such as juices, yogurts and functional drinks. It increases the fiber content of foods, provides a prebiotic effect and helps promote intestinal health.
- Weight loss products: Chitosan is used in the manufacture of some weight loss products because it is said to bind fat and reduce fat absorption. This makes it a common ingredient added to some drinks or foods as part of weight loss aid products.
- Food processing aids: Chitosan can be used as food processing aids, such as gelling agents, stabilizers and emulsifiers. It improves the texture and mouthfeel of foods, adds consistency, and helps maintain food stability.
It should be noted that although chitosan has many applications in the food and beverage industry, relevant regulations and standards need to be followed when using it to ensure its safety and compliance.
Gmo statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product was not produced from or with GMO plant material.
Ingredient statement
Statement Option #1: Pure Single Ingredient
This 100% single ingredient does not contain or use any additives, preservatives, carriers and/or processing aids in its manufacturing process.
Statement Option #2: Multiple Ingredients
Must include all/any additional sub ingredients contained in and/or used in its manufacturing process.
Gluten free statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is gluten-free and was not manufactured with any ingredients containing gluten.
(Bse)/ (Tse) Statement
We hereby confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is free of BSE/TSE.
Cruelty-free statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not been tested on animals.
Kosher statement
We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Kosher standards.
Vegan Statement
We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Vegan standards.
Food Allergen Information
| ALLERGENS | PRESENCE | ABSENCE | PROCESS COMMENT |
| Milk or milk derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Egg or egg derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Fish or fish derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Shellfish, crustaceans, mollusks & their derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Peanuts or peanut derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Tree nuts or their derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Soy or soy derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Wheat or wheat derivatives | No | Yes | No |
Trans Fat
This product does not contain any trans fats.
