Chitosan Food Grade bulk supplier & distributor

Chitosan Food Grade is a high-purity, biocompatible polysaccharide derived from the deacetylation of chitin. It is colorless to off-white, odorless, and highly soluble in dilute acidic solutions. With its excellent film-forming, chelating, and antimicrobial properties, food-grade chitosan is widely used in food preservation, dietary supplements, edible coatings, and functional food formulations.

This grade is specifically produced under stringent food safety standards, ensuring it is safe for human consumption while providing enhanced bioactivity, moisture retention, and shelf-life extension. Its versatility and natural origin make it a preferred ingredient in the food and beverage industry.

Specification

Food Applications

• Edible Coatings and Films: Used to coat fruits, vegetables, and meat products to reduce moisture loss, delay spoilage, and extend shelf life. Acts as a barrier against oxygen and microbial contamination.
• Food Preservation & Antimicrobial Agent: Exhibits antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties and helps prevent mold and bacterial growth in packaged foods.
• Dietary Supplements: Functions as a natural dietary fiber and fat-binding agent, supporting gut health and used in weight management or cholesterol-lowering supplements.
• Clarification & Filtration: Used in beverages like wine, juice, and beer to clarify liquids by removing suspended solids and impurities.
• Functional Food Ingredient: Incorporated into snacks, baked goods, dairy products, and beverages to enhance nutritional value, texture, and stability, and deliver bioactive compounds.
• Fat and Cholesterol Reduction: Binds dietary fats and bile acids, reducing fat absorption in functional foods or dietetic products.

Package and Handling

• Packed in 25KG fiber drums
• Store in tightly sealed, moisture-proof bags or containers (e.g., PE-lined paper bags, fiber drums)
• Shelf Life: Typically 2 years under proper storage conditions