Chitosan
USP/1105508 - United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym: Deacetylated chitin; Poly(D-glucosamine)
CAS Number: 9012-76-4
MDL Number: MFCD00161512
Product Type: Chemical
API family | chitosan |
application(s) | pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
format | neat |
grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
InChI | 1S/C56H103N9O39/c1-87-56( |
InChI key | FLASNYPZGWUPSU-SICDJOISSA |
manufacturer/tradename | USP |
storage temp. | 15-25°C |
Analysis Note: | These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. |
Application: | Forms gels with multivalent anions. Gives clear solutions that dry to strong, clear films. |
Features and Benefits: | Biocompatible, antibacterial and environmentally friendly polyelectrolyte with a variety of applications including water treatment, chromatography, additives for cosmetics, textile treatment for antimicrobial activity, novel fibers for textiles, photographic papers, biodegradable films, biomedical devices, and microcapsule implants for controlled release in drug delivery. |
General description: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia . |
Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | nwg |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
Storage Temp. | 15-25°C |
UNSPSC | 41116107 |