Chitin, from crab carapace is a long-chain polymer of N-acetylglucosamine with β-(1-4) linkages. Chitin, from crab carapace is found in the exoskeleton of crabs. Chitin, from crab carapace inhibits the activation of NF-κB p65, alters the translocation of NF-κB p65 to the nucleus, and interacts with the cell wall of Candida species. Chitin, from crab carapace exerts antifungal and anti-inflammatory effects. Chitin, from crab carapace can be used in the research of gastric ulcer and candidiasis.

Providing storage is as stated on the product vial and the vial is kept tightly sealed, the product can be stored for up to 24 months.
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.