Chitosan: A future biopolymer

Chitosan, a versatile biopolymer derived from chitin, is a material of increasing interest due to its widespread applications. It is widely available as a raw material and can be sourced from by-products of the seafood industry or extracted from fungi. Research has found that chitosan possesses many useful characteristics that make it a favorable choice over other common biopolymers. Explore chitosan’s potential applications in biotechnology, medicine, food packaging and cosmetics, and discover what is on offer in Glentham Life Sciences' chitosan product range.