Global Agricycle's Chitosan is a high-purity, eco-friendly biopolymer derived from upcycled shrimp shells through advanced deacetylation technology. With exceptional antimicrobial, biodegradable, and film-forming properties, our chitosan is revolutionizing industries from agriculture to medicine – turning seafood waste into sustainable value.
Source: 100% traceable shrimp/crab shells (Penaeus spp.)
Degree of Deacetylation: 75–95% (customizable)
Molecular Weight: Low (50–150 kDa), Medium (150–300 kDa), High (300–700 kDa)
Ash Content: <1%
Solubility: Soluble in acidic solutions (pH <6.5)
Color: Off-white to light yellow powder
✅ Agriculture:
Organic plant biostimulant (boosts immunity)
Edible coating for fruit preservation
Slow-release fertilizer carrier
✅ Food & Beverage:
Natural preservative (extends shelf life)
Clarifying agent for juices/beer
✅ Medical & Cosmetics:
Wound dressing material
Anti-acne skincare formulations
✅ Water Treatment:
Heavy metal removal (90%+ efficiency for Pb²⁺, Cd²⁺)
Flocculant for wastewater
EU Organic Certification (for agricultural use)
FDA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe)
Halal/Kosher (available upon request)
1kg/5kg vacuum-sealed bags
25kg fiber drums (with desiccant)
Custom pharmaceutical-grade packaging
♻️ Waste Valorization: Diverts 10 tons of shell waste per ton of chitosan
🌊 Marine-Friendly: Non-toxic alternative to synthetic polymers
📈 Farmer Impact: Adds 30% value to seafood processing byproducts
Available for:
• Technical-grade (industrial applications)
• Food-grade (edible coatings)
• Pharmaceutical-grade (99.9% purity)
Technical Support:
Our R&D team provides:
Solubility optimization guides
Application-specific formulation advice
Regulatory compliance documentation
(Request our "Chitosan Application Handbook" for detailed use cases.)
Tagline:
"From Ocean Waste to Global Solutions – The Chitosan Revolution Starts Here."
(MOQ: 10kg for samples, 100kg for bulk orders. Custom molecular weights available.)