Extraction and Characterization of Chitosan From Pinnaeus Indicus

This study investigated the extraction of chitin and preparation of its derivative chitosan from Scylla serrate and Penaeus indicus. Based on the results obtained the chitosan with remarkable anti-inflammatory activity could be used as an anti-inflammatory drug in the pharmaceutical industry. Derivative of chitosan acts as a potential resource which is already using in Food industry, pharmacological industry and many more.