Chitosan Derivatives
In addition to classic chitins and chitosans, Heppe Medical Chitosan also produces derivatives of this material group. Chitosan-HCI and Carboxymethyl chitosan are two of our standard derivatives. The advantage of these derivatives is that they are soluble in water and no additional acids need to be added.
Chitosan HCl
- listed in Eur. Ph., suitable for medical applications
- quality according to Eur. Ph.
- soluble in water
If you have special requests concerning viscosity or degree of deacetylation - please do not hesitate to contact us.
Carboxymethylchitosan
- example of application: treatment of wounds
- soluble in water
Chitosan Lactate
- odourless
- preferred use in cosmetic applications
- soluble in water
Chitosan Acetate
- possible field of application: wound dressing used for burnings
- soluble in water
Chitosan Glutamate
- application mainly in the following pharmaceutical fields:
- drug delivery
- enhancement of absorption abilities of APIs
- Tissue Engineering
- Enhancement of adhesive capacities e.g. on mucosa
Buy chitosan derivatives
In our Onlineshop you can purchase small amounts of chitosan derivatives. Do you need a specific derivative? Or are you looking for a detailed offer? Don't hesitate to contact the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it department of Heppe Medical Chitosan. You need another derivative? Address us your request - we also offer custom manufacturing.
