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Chitosan - Cosmetics Grade (90%DD)
Available in 100g, 1kg, and 5kg
Our cosmetics grade chitosan is a premium-grade, standard product designed for incorporation into cosmetics, skincare, and haircare formulas. It is certified 100% HEAVY-METAL FREE and produced from the most sustainable source of chitosan possible.
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Product information
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CAS Number: 9012-76-4
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Synonyms: Deacetylated chitin, Poly(D-glucosamine), Poliglusam; Deacetylchitin
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Highlights:
100% Heavy
Metal Free
Sustainably Sourced and Produced
Full
Traceability
Proudly made
in Singapore
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Product Description
Insectta's cosmetics grade chitosan is a moisturising, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory agent for skincare, haircare, and other personal wellness products.
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Safe and sustainable, Insectta's chitosan is 100% heavy metal free thanks to our innovative sourcing and extraction process.
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Replace synthetic ingredients today with chitosan's multifunctional properties:
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moisturising
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emulsifying / stabiliser
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thickening
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anti-microbial (antibacterial / fungal)
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preservative
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anti-inflammatory
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reduces irritation
Properties
Appearance:
Appearance (solution):
Deacetylation:
Ash content:
Soluble in:
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Heavy metals:
Lead (Pb)
Cadmium (Cd)
Arscenic (As)
Mercury (Hg)
Antimony (Sb)
Off white / light yellow powder
Clear, light yellow
90%
0.3%
Acetic acid, lactic acid
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Undetectable
Undetectable
Undetectable
Undetectable
Undetectable
