Chitin and Chitosans in the Bioeconomy

Serge Perez,Jean-Luc Wertz (l'USINE, Belgium)

Chitin and Chitosans in the Bioeconomy
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Published
31 January 2022
Pages
144
ISBN
9781032128481

Chitin and Chitosans in the Bioeconomy

Serge Perez,Jean-Luc Wertz (l'USINE, Belgium)

Chitin is the second most abundant natural polymer in the world after cellulose, mainly derived from the food waste of shrimp and crabs. Chitosan is the most important derivative of chitin. Thanks to their biodegradability, non-toxicity, biocompatibility, bioactivity, and versatile chemical and physical properties, chitin and chitosan derivatives are used in a wide variety of applications, including water treatment, cosmetics and toiletries, food and beverages, healthcare/medical, and agrochemicals. Chitin and Chitosans in the Bioeconomy covers all major aspects of chitin and chitosan, including structure, biosynthesis, biodegradation, properties of chitin and derivatives, applications, and market. It offers a special focus on the bioeconomy, which is the renewable segment of the circular economy.

Describes the structure, biosynthesis, and biodegradation of chitin and chitosan

Covers chitin- and chitosan-based products

Details valorization of these materials

Presents information on shell biorefineries

Chitin and Chitosans in the Bioeconomy serves as a reference for polymer scientists and engineers and is also accessible to economists and advanced students.

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