Chitosan: A Natural Solution for Water Quality in Aquaculture
Chitosan: A Natural Approach to Cleaner Water in Aquaculture
Improving water quality is essential for healthy and efficient aquaculture. Chitosan, a natural biopolymer extracted from shrimp and crab shells, is proving to be a useful tool in this area. It is safe, biodegradable, and suitable for long-term use.
How Chitosan Works in Water
Chitosan has a strong ability to bind and remove suspended particles. This includes:
• Extra feed
• Algae
• Waste matter
• Harmful bacteria
Its chain structure can also bind heavy metal ions, reducing their absorption by fish and shrimp. At the same time, it does not disturb beneficial minerals like Na⁺, K⁺, Ca²⁺, or Mg²⁺. This helps maintain a stable and natural aquatic environment.
A moderate amount of chitosan can clarify water, reduce the need for frequent water changes, and help prevent water quality from declining.
Benefits for Aquatic Animals
Better Growth
Chitosan supports digestive enzymes and the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. This improves feed utilization and helps animals grow more efficiently.
Stronger Immunity
When added to feed, chitosan acts as a natural immune booster, helping fish and shrimp resist stress and disease.
Improved Product Quality
By supporting protein synthesis and healthy metabolism, chitosan can help produce stronger and healthier animals.
Chitosan provides dual support:
• Inside the animal: Better digestion, immunity, and growth
• In the water: Cleaner, clearer, more stable conditions
This makes chitosan valuable in modern aquaculture practices aiming to reduce antibiotic dependence and improve sustainability.
Our Chitosan Solutions
We supply chitosan and chitosan oligosaccharides for water treatment and feed enhancement.
Different molecular weights and deacetylation levels are available to match various farming environments.
Support for application guidance is available on request.
For teams working on eco-friendly aquaculture strategies, we welcome discussion and collaboration.
