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Chitin

A polysaccharide of β-1,4-linked N-acetylglucosamine, from crab shells.

  • CAS 1398-61-4
  • (C₈H₁₃NO₅)ₙ

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Chitin in a glass jar and a dish.
Chemical structure of Chitin.
Repeating unit
Product details
Also known asPoly-N-acetylglucosamine
CAS1398-61-4
Molecular formula(C₈H₁₃NO₅)ₙ
CategoryMarine ingredients & peptides
ApplicationsFood and beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics
QuotationPriced by item, specification and volume; MOQ, packaging and lead time are stated in the quote
Evaluation sampleAvailable, with COA
DocumentsCOA, specification sheet, MSDS
SupplierDeepSea Bio (research and manufacturing from Tsinghua University's biology department)

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