Chitin

• Catalog Number: ACM1398614
• CAS: 1398-61-4
• IUPAC Name: N-[(2R)-2,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]acetamide
• Synonyms: (1,4)-N-acetyl-D-glucos-2-amine
• Molecular Weight: 161.16
• Molecular Formula: (C8H13NO5)n
• Canonical SMILES: CC(=O)NC1[C@@H](OC(C(C1O)O)CO)O
• InChI: OVRNDRQMDRJTHS-WTZNIHQSSA-N
• InChI Key: InChI=1S/C8H15NO6/c1-3(11)9-5-7(13)6(12)4(2-10)15-8(5)14/h4-8,10,12-14H,2H2,1H3,(H,9,11)/t4?,5?,6?,7?,8-/m1/s1
• Boiling Point: 737.18 °C
• Melting Point: >300 °C(dec.)
• Flash Point: 269.8°C
• Purity: 96%
• Density: 1.37g/ml
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, organic solvents, weak acids and lyes Soluble in concentrated formic acid and methane sulfonic acid, Strong acids split chitin into acetic acid and D-amino glucose (monomer of chitin), strong lyes split chitin into Acetic acid and chitosan.
• Appearance: White to beige solid
• Application: Chitin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide primarily found in the shells of crustaceans like shrimp and crab, and in the cell walls of fungi and algae. It is the second most abundant biopolymer on earth, closely resembling cellulose in structure. As a β(1,4) polymer chain of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, chitin serves as an essential structural component in various invertebrates, providing strength and chemical resistance. It is notable for its high biocompatibility, biodegradability, and non-toxicity, making it highly valuable in biomedical applications. Chitin can be processed into various forms such as gels, membranes, nanofibers, and sponges, enabling diverse applications in tissue engineering and drug delivery. In tissue engineering, chitin is used to create polymer scaffolds for repairing or enhancing tissues and organs. Additionally, its antimicrobial properties make it useful in wound dressings, while water-soluble derivatives like carboxymethyl chitin are effective carriers in drug delivery systems. Chitin may also act as a viscosity agent or binder, emphasizing its versatility and utility in numerous scientific and industrial fields.
• Active Content: 80%
• Physical State: Solid
• Typical Applications: Thickening agent, stabilizer