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Chitosan Structure

Chitosan

Chemical Properties

Melting point 102.5 °C
Density  1 g/cm3
storage temp.  2-8°C
solubility  dilute aqueous acid (pH <6.5).: soluble
form  (Coarse ground flakes and powder)
color  White to Off-white
Odor Odorless
Stability Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
LogP -11.706 (est)
CAS DataBase Reference 9012-76-4
EPA Substance Registry System Chitosan (9012-76-4)

Safety Information

Hazard Codes  Xn
Risk Statements  20/21/22-36/37/38
Safety Statements  24/25-36-26
WGK Germany  -
RTECS  FM6300000
3
TSCA  Yes
HS Code  39139000

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