High Quality Hydroxypropyl Chitosan CAS 104673-29-2 from China Factory - Trusted Suppliers
Information
| Product Name | Hydroxypropyl chitosan |
| CasNo | 104673-29-2 |
| MF | Null |
| Degree of substitution | 80%min |
| Brand | Weibang |
| Shelf life | 2 years |
| Usage | Hydroxypropyl chitosan is mainly used as a moisturizer in cosmetics, especially in lotions. It can also be used as a drug sustained-release agent, food, fruit and vegetable preservative, etc. |
Properties
Hydroxypropyl chitosan is a colorless to pale yellow powder. It has good solubility and can form a colloidal solution in water.
It has high solubility and biocompatibility, and has a good regulating effect on the viscosity and gel properties of the solution.
Hydroxypropyl chitosan has good degradability and can be gradually degraded and metabolized in the body.
Applications
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Primary Uses: Hydroxypropyl chitosan is mainly used as a moisturizer in cosmetics, especially in lotions. It can also be used as a drug sustained-release agent, food, fruit and vegetable preservative, etc.
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Extended Uses: It can also be used to prepare colloidal particles, emulsion stabilizers, paint thickeners, etc.
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Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Hydroxypropyl Chitosan?
Hydroxypropyl chitosan (CAS No. 104673-29-2) is a water-soluble derivative of chitosan exhibiting high biocompatibility, biodegradability, and excellent film-forming and moisturizing capabilities.
❓ What is the degree of substitution and shelf life?
Weibang Hydroxypropyl Chitosan features a minimum degree of substitution of 80%min and maintains a guaranteed shelf life of 2 years when stored properly.
❓ What are its cosmetic applications?
It is widely used in cosmetic formulations, particularly lotions, creams, and moisturizers, serving as a superior skin conditioner and moisture-retaining agent.
❓ Can it be used in pharmaceuticals and food preservation?
Yes, it acts as a reliable sustained-release carrier in pharmaceuticals and an effective, safe preservative for fresh food, fruits, and vegetables.
❓ What are its key physical properties?
It appears as a colorless to pale yellow powder with high water solubility, forming colloidal solutions that regulate viscosity and gel properties.
❓ What are other industrial applications?
It is also used to prepare colloidal particles, act as an emulsion stabilizer, and serve as a rheology modifier and thickener in specialized paints and coatings.