Agricultural Grade Chitosan Oligosaccharide Powder Chitosan Oligosaccharide For Plants

Agricultural Grade Chitosan Oligosaccharide Powder Chitosan Oligosaccharide For Plants

Chitosan oligosaccharide (COS) is a low-molecular-weight derivative of chitosan, which itself comes from chitin (found in crustacean shells, like shrimp and crab). Known for its bioactivity, solubility, and safety, COS has applications in agriculture, medicine, food, and cosmetics.

Properties & Benefits of Chitosan Oligosaccharide Powder
A. Health & Nutrition
✔ Prebiotic Effects – Promotes growth of beneficial gut bacteria (e.g., Lactobacillus).
✔ Antimicrobial Activity – Fights harmful bacteria (E. coli, Staphylococcus) without antibiotics.
✔ Cholesterol Management – Binds to bile acids, reducing LDL ("bad" cholesterol).
✔ Immune Modulation – Enhances macrophage activity and immune response.

B. Agriculture & Food Preservation
Plant Elicitor – Boosts crop resistance to pathogens.

Natural Preservative – Extends shelf life of fruits/meats by inhibiting mold.

C. Cosmetics & Skincare
Moisture Retention – Forms a film to prevent water loss (used in hydrating serums).

Wound Healing – Accelerates tissue repair (studied in medical dressings).