Chitosan (Deacetylated chitin) is a biochemical reagent that can be used as a biomaterial or organic compound for life science related research.

Physicochemical Properties

CAS #	9012-76-4
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Density	1.75g/cm3
Melting Point	88ºC
Index of Refraction	1.7
LogP	0
Synonyms	Deacetylated chitin (≥80% deacetylated, Medium viscosity,200-400mPa.s); Poly(D-glucosamine) (≥80% deacetylated, Medium viscosity,200-400mPa.s)
Storage	Powder-20°C 3 years 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months -20°C 1 month
Shipping Condition	Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)

Biological Activity

Solubility Data

Solubility (In Vitro)

H2O : < 0.1 mg/mL