Chitosan (Aspergillus Niger)

Chitosan is a biopolymer derived from chitin, a natural polymer found in the shells of crustaceans such as shrimp and crabs. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries due to its unique properties, such as biodegradability, biocompatibility, and antimicrobial activity.

Chitosan made from Aspergillus Niger is a type of chitosan produced through the fermentation of Aspergillus Niger fungi. This process creates a high-quality, pure form of chitosan that is free from impurities and contaminants.

Production: Chitosan from Aspergillus Niger comes from different growth mediums and incubation periods. It is 100% natural and hypoallergenic.

Properties: Chitosan is a linear amino polysaccharide with a high nitrogen content and is a cationic biopolymer with high charge density. The degree of deacetylation can be determined using Infrared spectroscopy.

Applications: Chitosan has many applications in various fields, such as pharmacy, medicine, agriculture, and food. Applications include uses as a natural preservative, a wound dressing, and a drug delivery system.

It is commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry as a drug delivery system due to its biocompatibility and ability to enhance drug absorption. In the food industry, it is used as a natural preservative and food additive due to its antimicrobial properties.

Furthermore, Aspergillus Niger chitosan has been shown to have wound-healing properties, making it a popular ingredient in wound dressings and other medical applications. It has also been found to have potential in agriculture as a natural pesticide and plant growth enhancer.

Benefits: Chitosan has several benefits, such as being biodegradable, biocompatible, and non-toxic. It is also antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory.