Chitosan Oligosaccharide
COS 10%, water-soluble
A bio-based, water-soluble oligosaccharide designed for agricultural formulations. It can be used as a plant biostimulant and defence-response elicitor to support healthy plant growth, improve stress response and promote crop vitality. Its performance depends on concentration, formulation, crop species and application method.
Specification
| Concentration | 10% (liquid) |
|---|---|
| Degree of deacetylation | 85–90% |
| Source | Prawn shell |
| Solubility | 100% water-soluble |
| Appearance | White to off-white |
| CAS number | 9012-76-4 |
| Packing | 50 kg drums |
Applications
Agriculture
- Plant growth promotion: root development, germination and vigour
- Induced resistance against certain pathogens
- Stress management and nutrient utilisation
Other industries
- Food preservation and packaging research
- Cosmetic formulations
- Water treatment and biodegradable materials
Technical overview
Chitosan oligosaccharide is a low-molecular-weight derivative of chitosan, produced by controlled depolymerisation. It consists of short chains of glucosamine and N-acetylglucosamine units.