FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

What are chitosan's properties?

Below are some of the chitosan's properties:

1. Antimicrobial and antifungi

2. Biodegradable

Why use Chitosan?

Depending on the industries, chitosan has different advantages, some of the basic advantages are:

1. Natural, non-toxic.

2. Can be easily shaped into sponge, liquid, gel, pasta, membrane and fiber according to the requirement.

3. Can bind heavy metals.


How many chitosan grades are available in the market?

 Currently, there are three grades of chitosan that available in the market:

1. Industrial Grade

2. Food Grade

3. Medical Grade


In what field chitosan can be applied?

Chitosan can be applied in various field defending on the grade:

1. Industrial Grade Chitosan:

-  Additive in fertiizer

-  Settling agent in filtration process

2. Food Grade Chitosan:

-  As coating agent to minimalize oxidation and hinder microorganism growth

-  As natural preservative.

3.  Medical Grade Chitosan:

-  As raw material to make dietary fiber.

- As antimicrobial additive in bandage.