Algerian Journal of Natural Products
Volume 4, Numéro 3, Pages 348-357
2016-11-01

Natural Polymers: Cellulose, Chitin, Chitosan, Gelatin, Starch, Carrageenan, Xylan And Dextran

Authors : Benabid Fatma Zohra . Zouai Fouad .

Abstract

Biopolymers have been investigated for drug fields. They are widely being studied because of their non-toxic and biocompatible in nature. Biopolymers are used in industries as diverse as paper, plastics, food, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.This review covers different natural polymers, recent techniques applied in their processing and characterization. Advanced applications of natural polymers, including chitin, chitosan, alginate, etc., are discussed.

Keywords

Natural polymers, applications, chemical structure, properties

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