Properties
Description
Hydroxyl-chitosan, also called chitosan-hydroxyl, is a research-focused derivative where hydroxyl groups are native to chitosan—a chitin-based glycan. The hybrid inherently combines chitosan's biocompatibility with hydroxyl's polar nature.
Functional Group
Hydroxyl
Form
Solid or viscous liquid
Impurities
No visible impurities to the naked eye.
Solubility
This product is soluble in most organic solvents, such as DCM, DMF, DMSO, and THF, and exhibits excellent solubility in water.
Stability
It is stable under its storage temperature.
Quality Level
Research level
Applications
Chitosan-hydroxyl can be used to develop hydrogen-bond rich matrices for cryopreservation research.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light and moisture.