Chitosan-EINECS: 222-311-2
Molecular Formula: Unspecified
Synonyms: Deacetylated chitin, Poly(D-glucosamine); Flonac C; Chitosan H; Marinkaito F 05N; Marinkaito F 05S; KW 5; TKS 250N; Sea Cure 123; FCM 117; SK 10 (polysaccharide); HC 1 (polysaccharide); North Chitosan MC 1; OTS 2; Sea Cure 143; SK 200; Sea Cure 340; HI-DENSITY CHITOSAN; Chitopearl BCW 3505; Chiton (molluscan common name)Chitopearl 3510; Chitopearl BCW 3507; Hiset KW 5; WOT Recovery Floc T; Kytex M; Sea Cure 243; Chitosan EL; Hydagen HCMF; Profloc 320;
Appearance: faintly beige solid
Molecular Weight: 179.17112
Density: 1.75g/cm3
Melting Point: 88 deg C
Storage Temperature: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Refractive index: 1.7
Solubility: insoluble in water
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Usage: Claimed to have the ability to retain fats and cholesterol in the stomach.