
Chitosan Feed Grade
Product Name: Chitosan
CAS NO.: 9012-76-4
EC NO.: 618-480-0
Chemical Formula: (C6H11NO4)n
Forms: Coarse ground powder
Origin: China
Chitosan Feed Grade Bulk Supplier
Chitosan Feed Grade is a high-purity, natural polysaccharide derived from the deacetylation of chitin, primarily sourced from crustacean shells. It is a colorless to off-white powder, odorless, and highly soluble in dilute acidic solutions. Specially formulated for animal nutrition, it offers multiple functional benefits in livestock, poultry, and aquaculture feed.
Chitosan Feed Grade/Specifications
| Test Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Characteristic | Off-white powder or small flakes |
| Deacetylation (DA) | 80%, 85% |
| Viscosity | 20–300 |
| Moisture | ≤10% |
| Ash | ≤3.0% |
Chitosan Feed Grade/Applications
- Gut Health and Digestion: Improves intestinal microflora balance and enhances nutrient absorption. Reduces pathogenic bacteria in the gut, supporting overall digestive health.
- Immune System Support: Stimulates immune responses in animals, increasing resistance to infections. Enhances antibody production and overall disease resilience.
- Growth Promotion: Supports improved weight gain and feed conversion efficiency. Enhances growth performance in poultry, swine, aquaculture, and livestock.
- Antimicrobial Additive: Exhibits antibacterial and antifungal activity. Helps prevent gastrointestinal infections and reduces the need for antibiotics.
- Feed Preservation: Acts as a natural preservative in feed, reducing spoilage and improving shelf life. Helps maintain nutrient stability during storage.
- Aquaculture Applications: Enhances water quality and fish health by reducing harmful microorganisms. Improves survival rates and growth performance in fish and shrimp.
- Functional Feed Ingredient: Can be incorporated into premixes, pellets, or liquid feed supplements. Provides additional bioactive benefits such as cholesterol reduction and antioxidant support.
Package and Handling
- Packed in 25KG fiber drums
- Store in tightly sealed, moisture-proof bags or containers (e.g., polyethylene-lined paper bags, fiber drums)
- Shelf Life: Typically 2 years under proper storage conditions