Chitin and Chitosans: Characteristics, Eco-Friendly Processes, and Applications in Cosmetic Science
Huge amounts of chitin and chitosans can be found in the biosphere as important constituents of the exoskeleton of many organisms and as waste by worldwide seafood companies. Presently, politicians, environmentalists, and industrialists encourage the use of these marine polysaccharides as a renewabl...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-06-01
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Series: | Marine Drugs |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/17/6/369 |