Certificate of Analysis

 

Product Name: Chitosan (MW 50,000-190,000)
Catalog Number: M59144
CAS Number: 9012-76-4

Physical and Chemical Properties
Form: Powder
Solubility: Soluble in dilute aqueous acid (pH <6.5)
Storage: 18-25°C, dry, sealed
Chemical Structure: Chitosan (MW 50,000-190,000) Structure
Analytical Data
QC Standard: 20-300 cP, 1 wt. % in 1% acetic acid
H-NMR: Consistent with structure
Product Information
Description: Chitosan is a polycationic linear polysaccharide derived from chitin. Chitosan is non-toxic, hypoallergenic, biocompatible, biodegradable, and possesses anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and antioxidant activities. Chitosan can be used in studies related to drug delivery and cell transfection.
   
Stability and Solubility Advice: Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide.
We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details.