Mushroom-derived Vegan Chitosan: High and Low Molecular Weight
Water soluble plant-based alternative to shellfish-derived chitosan for skincare, sustainably sourced from mushrooms and Aspergillus niger with various molecular weight. Chitosan delivers antimicrobial defense, antioxidant protection, deep hydration, and barrier-boosting film-forming benefits—supporting faster skin recovery and long-lasting moisture.
INCI: Chitosan Hydrochloride
available also at Chitosan Carboxymethychloride
Trade Name: ChiBio
Vegan Chitosan is a natural biopolymer derived from the cell walls of fungi, specifically mushrooms and Aspergillus niger. Proven track record of efficacy as moisturize, film former, antimicrobial, and antioxidant makes it useful in cosmetics, food preservation, medical treatments, dietary supplements, agriculture, and various other industries.
Our offering:
Acid-Soluble
Water-Soluble
(Hydrochloride, Oligosaccharide, Carboxymethyl)
Degree of Deacetylation ≥98%
Molecular weight: 3-120 KDa
Food, cosmetics and pharma Grade
Products:
ChiBio- A120: Acid soluble low molecular weight vegan chitosan (mw=20-120KDa) perfect for supplement, food, preservative, wine and beverage.
ChiBio- A700: Acid soluble medium molecular weight vegan chitosan (mw=120-700 KDa)
ChiBio- A1500: Acid soluble high molecular weight vegan chitosan (mw=1500 KDa) perfect for wound care and medical applications.
ChiBio- W120: Water soluble low molecular weight vegan chitosan hydrochloride (mw=20-120KDa) perfect for Cosmetics and personal care applications.
ChiBio- W3: Water soluble oligosaccharide vegan chitosan (mw<3 KDa) perfect for cosmetics, skincare and medical spray applications.
ChiBio- A20: Acid soluble low molecular weight vegan chitosan (mw<20 KDa) perfect for weight loss.
ChiBio- W120 CM: Water soluble low molecular weight vegan carboxymethyl chitosan (mw=20-120 KDa) perfect for wound healing and cosmetic applications.
Key benefits:
Moisturization and Skin Barrier Enhancement
Anti-Aging&Acne Treatments Properties
Antimicrobial and Healing Qualities
Enhancing Product Stability and Efficacy
Sustainability and Eco-Friendliness
Thickening and Stabilizing Agent
Applications:
Hair care,
Makeup
Stabilizers and Preservatives
Fragrance & essential oils
Oral care
Bath & Body
Deodorants & Antiperspirants
Men’s Grooming
Baby Care
Feminine Hygiene
For free sample, MSDS, and technical information please contact info@nextgenactives