Molecular mass analysis of Chitosan by Static light scattering (SLS) (CAT#: STEM-MB-0582-WXH)

Introduction

Chitosan is an amino polysaccharide, produced from the deacetylation of chitin obtained from crustaceans and insects. Chitosan has a number of commercial and possible biomedical uses. It can be used in agriculture as a seed treatment and biopesticide, helping plants to fight off fungal infections. In winemaking, it can be used as a fining agent, also helping to prevent spoilage. In industry, it can be used in a self-healing polyurethane paint coating. In medicine, it is useful in bandages to reduce bleeding and as an antibacterial agent; it can also be used to help deliver drugs through the skin.