A review of chitin and chitosan applications

Chitin is the most abundant natural amino polysaccharide and is estimated to be produced annually almost as much as cellulose. It has become of great interest not only as an underutilized resource, but also as a new functional material of high potential in various fields, and recent progress in chit...

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Published in:Reactive & functional polymers 2000-11, Vol.46 (1), p.1-27
Main Author: Ravi Kumar, Majeti N.V
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Beads
Biotechnology
Chitin
Chitosan
Controlled drug delivery
Exact sciences and technology
Fibers
Hydrogels
Nanoparticles
Natural polymers
Physicochemistry of polymers
Starch and polysaccharides
Tablets
Transdermal devices
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Summary:Chitin is the most abundant natural amino polysaccharide and is estimated to be produced annually almost as much as cellulose. It has become of great interest not only as an underutilized resource, but also as a new functional material of high potential in various fields, and recent progress in chitin chemistry is quite noteworthy. The purpose of this review is to take a closer look at chitin and chitosan applications. Based on current research and existing products, some new and futuristic approaches in this fascinating area are thoroughly discussed.
ISSN:1381-5148
DOI:10.1016/S1381-5148(00)00038-9